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Back-to-School Tips for Principals (Part 1)

It’s August at last and that means students across the country are back in the classroom. It’s a time when students anticipate new clothes, school supplies, lessons and experiences. Your faculty and staff spent a portion of their summer preparing for a great 2019-20 school year. As principal, you lead the way – listening to your team, responding to requests and creating an environment that fosters success. Through our close relationships with the principals who participate in our coaching programs, we’ve gained insight into the everyday trials and triumphs that back-to-school season can bring. Here are three tips from our [...]

2019-08-12T11:00:40-04:00August 12th, 2019|

Back-to-School Tips for Superintendents (Part 1)

School is in session across the country and that means communities are coming together for the 2019-2020 academic year. Your principals, teachers and staff have already welcomed students back into the classroom. Students are reconnecting with one another and anticipating many new and exciting lessons and experiences. As superintendent, your presence is critical for establishing and maintaining the enthusiasm and momentum for the months to come. Through our close relationships with the superintendents from the districts we support – over 500 from coast to coast – we’ve gained insight into the everyday trials and triumphs that back-to-school season can bring. [...]

2019-08-12T11:00:55-04:00August 12th, 2019|

Jayla’s 8th Grade Year

We are so proud of Jayla’s progress this school year. After receiving the beautiful picture of her at the 8th grade dance, we all thought it would be a good idea for her write a short story about her experience in our program this year. Thank you to Ms. Ellie and Ms. Carroll for helping Jayla with this story: This year I’ve had a lot of challenges and achievements. One of my greatest achievements this year is making new friends. The way I have made new friends this year is by interacting with them and using my [...]

2019-07-10T12:59:37-04:00July 10th, 2019|

Staff of the Month: May 2019

Our High Road Hartford Primary Staff of the month is Mr. Diaz! Every month all staff members choose another staff member to nominate and the person with the most nominations earns this award. This month, our staff nominated Mr. Diaz because he is always willing to help around the building. This is Mr. Diaz’s first year working for our program. Mr. Diaz is very patient and understanding with the students regardless of what is going on in the classroom setting. Mr. Diaz is also very organized and always helps to keep his classroom system functioning. Mr. Diaz has stated [...]

2019-08-28T13:46:33-04:00June 11th, 2019|

New Sensory Room for VTOs

Social workers Ms. Gibson and Mrs. Rossetti have been hard at work creating a new sensory room for students to utilize for VTOs! This new room includes a HUGE poster that students can color, a Yogibo for students to chill out on, a yoga corner, a collection of sensory items for students to use, and so much more! Thank you for all your hard work! Visit our website to learn more about High Road School

2019-06-21T13:40:21-04:00June 7th, 2019|

Student of the Month May 2019

Our High Road Hartford Primary student of the month for May is Ana! Students who win student of the month are nominated by their teachers and are selected through a voting process with the staff at the school. Ana has worked very hard all year to improve and be successful as a student. Staff members have reported that Ana is a very hard worker, who strives to do her best in class. Ana is a very compassionate student who often looks out for the well being of her peers. Staff members have stated that Ana has been a pleasure [...]

2019-06-11T10:21:45-04:00May 31st, 2019|

Summer School Enrollment Increases for St. Joseph School District

The St. Joseph School District said the number of students enrolled in summer school for 2019 has increased since last year. The district gave credit for the increase to their new summer school provider, Catapult Learning. They said 1,300 more students have signed up for summer classes compared to 2018. "We're really excited about how that has drummed up interest in summer school for our family and students” -Marlie Williams, assistant superintendent of academic services This story was published by kq2.com. Read full article

2019-05-20T13:52:45-04:00May 20th, 2019|

SJSD Sets Sights on Summer School

As the final day of classes approaches, those in the St. Joseph School District are gearing up for a new summer school program. Summer Journeys through the company Catapult Learning LLC is different from the district’s in-house programs of the past, focusing on STEM-based projects and classes like robotics and rockets. Catapult provides the curriculum, resources and supplies that teachers and the district can keep well after the summer classes have ended. “The fact that we’re offering at every school has had that impact on our numbers as well as the incentives being offered” -Michele Norman, District’s Director of Elementary [...]

2019-05-16T16:38:33-04:00May 16th, 2019|

Family Fun Day

High Road School of Bloomington is hosting a family fun day on Friday, May 24th. Parents, siblings, and extended family are welcome to come to the school from 12:00 to 2:10 to eat lunch and participate in the planned activities. Come join us and celebrate summer!

2019-06-11T15:20:07-04:00May 16th, 2019|

Student Spotlight: Loggie

Loggie, Age 5 — Kindergarten My favorite teacher is Ms. Brenna. She is nice and helps me! I am listening to my teachers and my Mom more. I like to play with the construction men during Motor Lab. It really helps to listen to your teachers. It is fun to go to the gym and play with friends.

2019-07-10T12:45:00-04:00May 10th, 2019|