September is when the reality of school starts to set in for students, and the importance of our school routines is reinforced. We have launched a few new & revamped procedures at SHMS this year. First off, we have multiple visuals around the building that remind and teach students specific behaviors expected in those areas. For example, in the hallways, we ask all students to walk and use the right side of the hall. In the bathrooms, we have listed to use the facilities appropriately and to wash hands before exiting. Many of the expectations are common sense and not overly difficult to follow for all students. I'm attaching a presentation I used when working with students last week to teach our expectations intentionally. I fully believe we have fantastic kids at SHMS that will do the right things when asked. Part of what I love about my job is serving the kids and seeing them grow as individuals.

Another area we have launched this year is our Academic Intervention time, and you may have seen it referenced as MTSS or WIN Time. At SHMS, students will use the time for specific & intentional academic intervention for students. What I Need means each student has time to work on what they need. For some, it may be more intense Math or ELA support. For some students, it may be social/emotional support or homework. Ultimately, the 25-30min is for what a student needs to be successful at SHMS.

As the year continues, we will make adjustments and tweaks to our systems as we see how our programs impact students. Our mission continues to be serving our students Academic & Personal Growth as we partner with families. We are a team, and the work we do must be moving in the same direction! Thanks for sharing your children with us each day as we educate and serve.