Author Archives: melaniekaywyatt

Boston Marathan

Posted on April 16, 2013 by melaniekaywyatt | Permalink 0

I don’t often reflect on this blog such personal reflections regarding public events. But again today, we witnessed a tragedy. Today as I worked to educate and protect the students at Walker-Grant Middle School, tonight I grieve with the families of the Boston Marathon tragic events. I was shocked and saddened to hear of the [...]
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Advocacy, FCPS, Personal

Be a Presenter at VASCD’s Annual Conference

Posted on April 7, 2013 by melaniekaywyatt | Permalink 0

VirginiaASCD seeks presenters to share programs, practices, research, and innovative thinking with Virginia’s teachers and leaders. The 2013 Conference Theme, @modernlearners, provides guidance in planning both the content and format of concurrent sessions. Sessions are 1 hour 15 minutes in length.
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VASCD Annual Conference

Posted on April 1, 2013 by melaniekaywyatt | Permalink 0

VASCD Annual Conference It’s that time of year again. @modernlearners is our theme. Registration will open April 1.
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Middle School Algebra Push Yields Minimal Performance Gains

Posted on March 28, 2013 by melaniekaywyatt | Permalink 0

Here is the introduction to a very interesting read in Education Week. CLick on the link for the full article. Many states are pushing students to take Algebra 1 in middle school to prepare them for advanced math in high school. A new analysis, however, suggests that increased enrollment hasn’t led to higher math performance [...]
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Become a VASCD Facebook Fan

Posted on March 15, 2013 by melaniekaywyatt | Permalink 0

Once you are a fan, then hopefully your Facebook friends will become VASCD fans too!

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The power of vulnerability.

Posted on February 3, 2013 by melaniekaywyatt | Permalink 1

I am still reflecting on the comment from TEDtalk with Brene Brown: The power of vulnerability. CHILDREN: They are hardwired for struggle when they get here. Our job is not to say they are perfect. . Our job is to say, you’re imperfect and wired for struggle but worthy of love and belonging (paraphrased). Very [...]
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Advocacy, Educational, Just for Fun, Personal, Quotes and Fun Facts, Reflections

Teaching Screenagers

Posted on February 1, 2013 by melaniekaywyatt | Permalink 0

Effectively teaching the digital generation, or screenagers, seems to involve two basics: embracing the tools that kids are immersed in and using these tools to engage students in core curriculum topics.
This is a great read for all educators.

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SNOW DAY ?

Posted on February 1, 2013 by melaniekaywyatt | Permalink 0

We appreciate how dedicated and involved the parents are at WGMS! What a great team and partnership we have to support our students and community! Have a great February and remember to pick up a book and READ! Reading is a great activity to do on a SN… Read more »

Words Can Hurt: No Name-Calling Week 2013

Posted on January 30, 2013 by melaniekaywyatt | Permalink 0

Inspired by the young adult novel The Misfits, where characters work together to create a no name-calling day in their schools, this annual event aims to end name-calling of all kinds in schools and communities everywhere. The WGMS Multicultural Committee is looking forward to celebrating our first annual No Name-Calling Week…… details to follow.
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Advocacy, FCPS

VASCD Professional Development

Posted on January 28, 2013 by melaniekaywyatt | Permalink 0

IT’S NOT TO LATE! Virginia Professional Development Institute 2013 February 22, 2013 in Chester, Virginia “Strategies and Methods for Teaching and Learning in the Modern Era” DIANA LAUFENBERG The age of information surplus is upon us. Continuing with classrooms and schools that do not shift to this reality invites irrelevance into the schooling equation. Join [...]
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Educational, Instruction, School Improvement, VASCD