Category Archives: School Reference

Tips for Middle School Parents

Posted on January 7, 2013 by melaniekaywyatt | Permalink 1

Please read this article on parent involvement. It’s nothing new, but we often need a refresher….even I need a refresher at times.   http://www.schoolfamily.com/school-family-articles/article/801-10-tips-for-middle-school-parents  
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Advocacy, FCPS, School Reference

What is your position for the need for SROs in Schools?

Posted on December 21, 2012 by melaniekaywyatt | Permalink 0

I originally had purposefully avoided posting any messages on the Newtown tragedy, until I read this article. I have a very strong opinion about SROs in school. Please post your opinion about whether schools need full-time SROs (School Resource Officer… Read more »

Advocacy, Policy and Influence, School Reference

Suit over Bullying

Posted on April 21, 2012 by melaniekaywyatt | Permalink 0

If you have not read this article or seen it on the news, it’s a must read for all school officials. Most schools have bullying campaigns and programs; however it may deserve a second look.   Paralyzed Victim of Bully’s Punch Read more »

Educational, School Reference

Eraser Game

Posted on April 1, 2012 by melaniekaywyatt | Permalink 0

This was a challenge as a new administrator I had to face. It’s really not a game at all, but a middle school game that spread fast. If you haven’t heard about it, just Google it and sit back and watch. Beware some pictures are graphic. Here is an excerpt from a letter that was [...] Read more »

Educational, School Reference

Math – TESTING MEMO NO. 976

Posted on March 29, 2012 by melaniekaywyatt | Permalink 0

If you have not read this in its entirety, please go to VDOE website and do so: COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TESTING MEMO NO. 976 March 28, 2012 FROM: Shelley Loving-Ryder, Assistant Superintendent Division of Student Assessment and School Improvement SUBJECT: Clarification on Recent Staff Development Sessions The majority of the information included [...] Read more »

Educational, School Reference