Back to School Goals

I start each school year with a new set of goals.

Things to do differently, things to start doing, etc.

I just got done writing my goals for the coming year.

Whitney's Back to School Goals 2012-13:

1. Arrive at school by 7:45

2. Wake up at the same time each day - 

set a 6:45 routine

(School starts at 8:35 in Utah)

3. Enter grades on-line once a week.

4. Find some new art projects to do.

5. Read new novels that I've never read before.

6. Pack healthy lunches & snacks for the school day.

7. Continue writing "Nice Notes" to send home with kids

I started doing this as my behavior management plan several years ago.

I watch the kids all day for students who try hard, are kind to classmates, 

do things without having to be asked to, are thoughtful, etc.

I take note of those kids and send home nice notes with those children.

You can earn one everyday.

The kids think this is quite a prize 

to take home a complementary note about their school day.

8. Continue tutoring after school.

9. Each time I pull out a file for a holiday, unit or lesson, clean it out.

Get rid of outdated, non-useable, and multiple copies of papers.

10. Enjoy being able to teach ONE GRADE with less than 30 kids!

I've taught a 2nd/3rd grade split for the last 3 years with about 30 kids.

Looking forward to another great school year!!

Do you set personal/teaching goals for yourself each year?