Message from the Office of Teaching & Learning
Dear Teachers and Instructional Staff,
As Thanksgiving approaches, I want to take a moment to express our deepest gratitude for each of you. Your unwavering dedication to educating, nurturing, and supporting the academic and social-emotional growth of our students is truly inspiring. Your compassionate efforts uplift our most vulnerable children and families, especially during this holiday season.
In addition to your incredible work, I’m excited to share that all students from Pre-K through 8th grade, and soon 9th through 12th, will be receiving the latest edition of Scholastic Student Magazines. These magazines are powerful tools to ignite a love of reading, expand vocabulary, and deepen nonfiction knowledge. We encourage students to use them to log and journal about the topics that spark their curiosity and excitement.
Please continue to breathe life into students’ independent reading by creating opportunities to share highlights from their reading during breakfast, class discussions, or other moments throughout the day. Celebrating their discoveries not only builds confidence and vocabulary, but also fosters a vibrant reading culture that will serve them for a lifetime.
For all the love you give and the dedication you show in ensuring our children and their families thrive, we thank and honor you. Your selfless generosity and nurturing support make a profound difference in the lives of our students and the fabric of our community.
May your Thanksgiving be filled with warmth, laughter, and the company of loved ones. Wishing you and your families a holiday rich with peace, joy, and all the things you hold dear.
With deepest appreciation,
Sylvia Esteves
Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning
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