There is no doubt technology is now part of our world. They are everywhere. People call them PC, Mac, i-phone, touch screen, email, facebook and many more. You see people texting, emailing, calling each other through their cell phones. These are the modern world's form of communication. Are you on board to this change? How savvy are you?
I motivated myself into learning computers because I read that learning new skill is good for the brain. It was not an easy journey but with many hours of practice, I got better and felt more comfortable with this new gadget in my life. I overcame many fears and disproved many thoughts that hindered me from even touching a key of a computer.
I am so proud of my PS30 colleagues who sacrificed hours of their summer vacation to participate in the technology workshop in school. Just like me, many expressed fears, uncomfortable feelings and lack of confidence on the first day. As the air of uncertainty drifted out of the room, learning and new discoveries became evident from the "AHAS" heard in the room, the smiles when they successfully sent their first emails, and the loud exclaims of "I did it!" What a wonderful feeling, I know, I have been there. This is just the beginning...there are more to learn. Together, we will continue to support each others' progress and challenges. We are TECHIES IN PROGRESS!
“The longer I live, the more I realize the impact of attitude on life. Attitude, to me, is more important than facts. It is more important than the past, the education, the money, than circumstances, than failure, than successes, than what other people think or say or do. It is more important than appearance, giftedness or skill. It will make or break a company... a church... a home. The remarkable thing is we have a choice everyday regarding the attitude we will embrace for that day. We cannot change our past... we cannot change the fact that people will act in a certain way. We cannot change the inevitable. The only thing we can do is play on the one string we have, and that is our attitude. I am convinced that life is 10% what happens to me and 90% of how I react to it. And so it is with you... we are in charge of our Attitudes.”
- Charles R. Swindoll
- Charles R. Swindoll
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
Friday, July 23, 2010
School Uniform for Teachers
Few days before the school year ended, I noticed a teacher wearing the school uniform colors which are light blue and navy blue. I was not the only who noticed but there were others too.
We gathered in the hallway and talked about the idea of wearing the school uniform colors just like the students for this coming school year. I thought about it and realized that it is actually a good idea. I will tell you why...
This is the year when we have to stand as one unit and bring our school to a higher ground. Wearing uniform is a symbol of unity and will identify us from other people in the building who are not part of PS30. This action MIGHT entice the students to keep theirs too, since we are setting an example for them to follow. Teachers could come in in pants or skirts, as long as it has the colors. Also, for practical reasons, wearing uniform saves us the headache of deciding what to wear each day, money to buy new clothes for school, and just EASIER!
I am throwing this idea out there. Think about it....share your opinion. What's on your mind?
Wednesday, July 21, 2010
New School Year...New Beginning
Welcome! Did you have a restful summer vacation?
Hope everyone is ready to face a new school year. With the charter school sharing our space, we have great challenges ahead of us. As always,PS30 had many challenges in the past and this is another one that we will face with courage, pride, and know that we are in this TOGETHER!
Check it out, this is a site designed just for PS30 staff. Feel free to use it to update yourself with events and the latest happenings in our school, share your best practices, and collaborate with your school associates. Let us keep in mind that we are here for the CHILDREN, working together to raise student achievement.
Keep the PS30 spirit flame burning this school year.
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