Principal Wonderings

Principal Wonderings; a place for leading and learning as we focus on engaging kids in authentic and meaningful experiences.

In this episode, we’ll visit with Mrs. Fisher and Mrs. Arrant from our 7th grade as they discuss their recently completed Passion Projects with their kids as part of their elective during distance learning.

Principal Wonderings; a place for leading and learning as we focus on engaging kids in authentic and meaningful experiences.

In this episode, we’ll talk with our counselor, Ms. Lilley about our implementation of Character Strong here at LaCreole Middle School how we got started, how it's been going, and our hopes for the future.

"We need to be reminded more than we need to be taught!"

Principal Wonderings; a place for leading and learning as we focus on engaging kids in authentic and meaningful experiences.

In this episode, we’ll talk about student voice and choice in ELA. Mrs. Bogle-Todd will share her latest project designed for student engagement and exploration in language arts in a supportive environment.

Principal Wonderings; a place for leading and learning as we focus on engaging kids in authentic and meaningful experiences.

In this episode, we celebrate our very own Mr. Mabry during National Assistant Principal's Week. Mr. Mabry will give his insights on adjusting to a new year and new school and what he most looks forward to in the coming year!

Principal Wonderings; a place for leading and learning as we focus on engaging kids in authentic and meaningful experiences.

In this episode, we’ll visit with our newest teachers to LaCreole, Karina Mansour, and Sarah Nelson. We'll discuss a new teacher's perspective during this first year and the importance of healthy school cultures and support for all in our roles as educators.

Principal Wonderings; a place for leading and learning as we focus on engaging kids in authentic and meaningful experiences.  

In this episode, we’ll revisit the Beadle Plan, our pandemic model focused on care and connection for kids. I'm joined by Juliene Cornman and Joyce Garland to discuss how we got started, how it's going, and where potentially where we are headed in the future.   

Principal Wonderings; a place for leading and learning as we focus on engaging kids in authentic and meaningful experiences.

In this episode, we’ll discuss with Mr. Gradek how he creates opportunities for kids to tap into their curiosity in order to build engagement in their own or shared learning experiences.

Principal Wonderings; a place for leading and learning as we focus on engaging kids in meaningful experiences.

In this episode, we’ll visit with one of our former staff members Malynda Shook and discuss the importance of self-care and what it means to maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Principal Wonderings; a place for leading and learning as we focus on engaging kids in meaningful experiences.

In this episode, we’ll visit with members of our 7th-grade team to learn about their cross-curricular project-based learning activity which was recently completed. We'll discuss their project, some of the challenges, and what's next for their team planning process.

Principal Wonderings; a place for leading and learning as we focus on engaging kids in meaningful experiences.

In this episode, we’ll continue to talk about those successes and challenges of developing creative outlets for kids in Comprehensive Distance Learning. This is Part 2 of an ongoing series where we visit different teachers and grade levels at LaCreole Middle School to learn how they are meeting the challenges. This episode highlights Mr. Harms and the work going on in our 7th grade!