Friday, February 24, 2023

Harwood Staff Blog Update - February 24, 2023

Team -


Playoff games, Poetry Recitations,  6-12 Band night and a snow day - what a packed week!


Not only as one of Harwood’s principals, but as a parent and community member I am always overwhelmed by the incredible support of our community and YOU.  At Tuesday night's game the staff of Harwood represented - WOW!

  


Equally packed was the auditorium last night as families got to appreciate the growth that happens from elementary school to High School.  Chris Rivers - you are a gift to Harwood! Thank you for your dynamic presence and incredible skill of bringing students together.

Thank you to ALL for the many ways you ensure your students know you see them.  

Calendar:

  • 02/27 - 03/07 - No School - February Vacation
  • 3/15 - She’s the First Fundraiser 
  • 03/16 - 7-9 p.m. Choral Night grades 5-12

  • 03/20 - 3/23 - Winter Carnival  

  • 03/24 - No School 

  • 04/13 & 4/19 - Family/TA Conferences 


Appreciations:


Staff Member

Appreciations

Cullen and Kendall

For all the hours you put into the Gym ensuring it was prepared for opening night!

Liz 

For covering the front desk in Yvette’s absence!

Department Heads & Department Reps, Custodial Staff,  Justin & Curtis, and Jen Shaub

For all your help and support in hosting our first in-person Rising 9th Grade Transition/Family Night since 2019! We had an impressive turnout of students and adults who joined us for tours, a presentation and Q&A with our Panel of Experts. 


Safe - seen, heard, respected & understood:


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Health Office Updates


TA update

The theme for March is Kindness to Yourself and Others!

We are mapping out Kindness activities to sprinkle throughout the month of March. We will be inviting every TA to commit a Random Act of Kindness as well as thinking about self care. 


Stay tuned to your TA Slideshow. We still have a few updates and will be sure to keep you posted.


For now: Be kind to yourself and have an amazing break!


TA SLIDESHOWS



Rigorous & Robust Academic Program:


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There are a lot of enriching activities for students to consider for this spring and summer. The school counseling office has been sharing information with TA’s, in the TA announcements, and directly with students. A few highlights are:

  • Summer Dual Enrollment is OPEN - Have a student who is curious about taking a college class over the summer? Encourage them to reach out to their school counselor. 

  • Governor's Institute of Vermont - A wide range of summer opportunities focused on a variety of different areas, including Art, Math, Current Issues, and Youth  Applications are open until March 31st. 

  • Boys & Girls State - Leadership opportunity for Junior students focusing on Vermont town, country, and state government.

  • HOBY / RYLA - Leadership opportunities for Sophomore students during the spring.



Positive school climate and culture:


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Hiring Update

This week:

  • Assistant Principal candidate was in for a round 2 interview

  • Athletic Director candidate was in for a round 2 interview

  • English Teacher interviews 

  • Reading Interventionist interviews

  • Math Teacher interview & sample lessons

  • Assistant Principal interviews

  • Middle School English teacher hired! 


When we return from break:

  • Spanish teacher interviews

  • English teacher sample lessons 

  • Assistant Principal interviews 

  • 3rd round of Athletic Director 

  • Student Support Specialist interviews


Posted positions:  

  • Assistant Principal 

  • 2 High School English teachers 

  • Athletic Director (for July 1st hire)

  • Math Teacher 

  • 1 year Math Teacher

  • 1 year Spanish Teacher 

  • Speech & Language Pathologist 

  • Para Educators (4)

  • Reading Interventionist

  • Student Support Position 



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