The week's are coming and going faster than I count them. Last week we gave our first series of benchmark exams in all subject areas. The results show that we still have some work to do in the area of Math. However, my teachers were pleasantly surprised that our students scored fairly well in Reading and Writing. We will continue to administer these exams every 3 weeks, followed by our district interim tests. Coming up in October we will also begin our tutoring groups. I know it seems rather late to be starting to tutor, however forces outside our control, but issues which must be dealt with, prevented us from begininning sooner.
So far the year is progressing fairly well. I was surprised at the lack of technology available to teachers and students on our campus. I would consider my district very pro-technology. We utilize some of the most cutting edge software programs to track attendance, grades and every aspect of student development. Software programs such as these require teachers to have the latest in hardware and software. Most of my teachers were using Win98 machines, but they were getting the job done! I can't say enough about their efforts. My district offers technology enhancement funds to the schools. This program matches computer purchases with individual campus'. Since none of my teachers were using the latest Operating System, I had to purchase computers. With a small budget it was difficult to do, however we managed to order 9 computers, we are being matched with 7, so at least 16 of my 21 teachers will receive new computers. Its a start!
Take a look at some of the projects our students are doing and posting on their bulletin boards.
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