This document is a book created by the Woodsters class of 2012-2013. It captures what it means to be a Woodster and how they live each day. The book contains letters from A to Z that describe positive attributes like being awesome, having energy, keeping an open mind, asking questions, and working together. It encourages the students to strive to be remarkable in all that they do.
On Friday 31st August 2018 we introduced pupils to the latest CEC HWB programme topic "Respect Yourself."
This topic fits very well with our whole school 'All About Me' topic from P1-P7 where pupils, parents and teachers at the start of the new session share and find out about each pupil's uniqueness and strengths. Pupils have been invited to share topic work and family learning tasks at next week's Assembly.
At Sciennes, we have been reviewing our Positive Behaviour Policy to take account of recent research, particularly Paul Dix's book "When The Adults Change, Everything Changes." Following consultation with pupils, we have decided to stop our whole school practice of collecting House merit points. However, each stage in the school will maintain their own rewards and praise systems in class. Children felt that the awarding of such point was irregular, inconsistent and too competitive.
We have also reviewed our use of Golden Time. As part of our school wide Positive Behaviour Policy, loss of Golden Time has been used as a sanction for inappropriate behaviour. Again in consultation with pupils, we have decided to stop this practice. However, we will still maintain a space in the curriculum for structured, purposeful play and socialising but this will no longer be linked to our behaviour policy. As a 1 in 5 Child Poverty Awareness school, we are also conscious that the practice of bringing toys and games from home can lead to challenges and pressures for families and potential scope for inequalities.
Therefore, the structured play activities will be resourced in school from now on.
On some occasions, a year group may opt for a games session and so we would greatly welcome any donations of preloved board games, which can be handed in to the School Office. It is also a good excuse for a clear out and a happy new home for these games! This would help us to provide some exciting opportunities to encourage children to play board games together.
One of our P7 pupils, Essie, suggested renaming Golden Time as 'Play Right' Time. We like the link to UNCRC Article 31 'The right to play' and the implied meanings of playing fair, including everyone and social etiquette. Respect, Inclusion, Teamwork and Effort (RITE) are our school values so we have slightly adapted Essie's idea and will use the term 'Play RITE Time' rather than 'Golden Time.'
On Friday 31st August 2018 we introduced pupils to the latest CEC HWB programme topic "Respect Yourself."
This topic fits very well with our whole school 'All About Me' topic from P1-P7 where pupils, parents and teachers at the start of the new session share and find out about each pupil's uniqueness and strengths. Pupils have been invited to share topic work and family learning tasks at next week's Assembly.
At Sciennes, we have been reviewing our Positive Behaviour Policy to take account of recent research, particularly Paul Dix's book "When The Adults Change, Everything Changes." Following consultation with pupils, we have decided to stop our whole school practice of collecting House merit points. However, each stage in the school will maintain their own rewards and praise systems in class. Children felt that the awarding of such point was irregular, inconsistent and too competitive.
We have also reviewed our use of Golden Time. As part of our school wide Positive Behaviour Policy, loss of Golden Time has been used as a sanction for inappropriate behaviour. Again in consultation with pupils, we have decided to stop this practice. However, we will still maintain a space in the curriculum for structured, purposeful play and socialising but this will no longer be linked to our behaviour policy. As a 1 in 5 Child Poverty Awareness school, we are also conscious that the practice of bringing toys and games from home can lead to challenges and pressures for families and potential scope for inequalities.
Therefore, the structured play activities will be resourced in school from now on.
On some occasions, a year group may opt for a games session and so we would greatly welcome any donations of preloved board games, which can be handed in to the School Office. It is also a good excuse for a clear out and a happy new home for these games! This would help us to provide some exciting opportunities to encourage children to play board games together.
One of our P7 pupils, Essie, suggested renaming Golden Time as 'Play Right' Time. We like the link to UNCRC Article 31 'The right to play' and the implied meanings of playing fair, including everyone and social etiquette. Respect, Inclusion, Teamwork and Effort (RITE) are our school values so we have slightly adapted Essie's idea and will use the term 'Play RITE Time' rather than 'Golden Time.'
Screw It, Let's do it - Lessons in lifeWong Yew Yip
A great book by the GREAT Richard Branson - Screw It, Let's Do It : Lessons in Life. I have summarized the key points for you with the hope that you can learn and apply his principles of success. Even though you may not achieve success as great as Richard Branson, I am sure you will become a better person, achieve your goals and fulfill your dreams.
If I have generated your interest to learn more from Richard Branson, read his book.
Wong Yew Yip
Screw It, Let's do it - Lessons in lifeWong Yew Yip
A great book by the GREAT Richard Branson - Screw It, Let's Do It : Lessons in Life. I have summarized the key points for you with the hope that you can learn and apply his principles of success. Even though you may not achieve success as great as Richard Branson, I am sure you will become a better person, achieve your goals and fulfill your dreams.
If I have generated your interest to learn more from Richard Branson, read his book.
Wong Yew Yip
Why Should You Work For a Start-Up? is my attempt to match traits with characteristics required to work at a start-up!
It's no promotional post to glorify 'Life @ a Start-Up'.
Just a human approach to help you find your calling!
On Friday 8th September we explored 'Challenge Your Mindset' which is one of ten strategies in City of Edinburgh's Health and Wellbeing programme for "Building Resilience."
Pupils were encouraged to have a Growth Mindset and realise that their abilities are not fixed. Believing that achievement is possible is important, but lots of effort and being open to make and learn from mistakes are also keys to success. We watched videos from Class Dojo and Sport Scotland to encourage us to keep challenging ourselves and keep persevering in our efforts.
Miss McGrouther's P6B class has created a display with inspiring quotes on self belief entitled "Believe in Your #Selfie." Ivy and Alba researched leadership quotes for homework, working hard to impress their teacher with their extra efforts and shared these at Assembly.
The first Maths Week Scotland takes place next week and Ms Mackintosh is leading many maths events and activities in school. Some classes are also taking part in a national Sumdog competition, in school, at home or both.
Today, 8th September, is International Literacy Day and pupils have been invited to take part in the First Minister's Reading Challenge again this year. Reading passports have been ordered and reading challenges will take place throughout the year. One of the first is to join a local library, which then gives access to dozens of free resources such as Mathletics and ebooks.
This week P7C pupils assisted at Assembly in a quiz and in celebrating pupil achievements.
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Change your heart by changing your self esteem. You can lead a better life if you change your self esteem. Look at life positively. See the goodness in all that you do. Love and appreciate people. They are the greatest resources that we have.
June 3, 2024 Anti-Semitism Letter Sent to MIT President Kornbluth and MIT Cor...Levi Shapiro
Letter from the Congress of the United States regarding Anti-Semitism sent June 3rd to MIT President Sally Kornbluth, MIT Corp Chair, Mark Gorenberg
Dear Dr. Kornbluth and Mr. Gorenberg,
The US House of Representatives is deeply concerned by ongoing and pervasive acts of antisemitic
harassment and intimidation at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Failing to act decisively to ensure a safe learning environment for all students would be a grave dereliction of your responsibilities as President of MIT and Chair of the MIT Corporation.
This Congress will not stand idly by and allow an environment hostile to Jewish students to persist. The House believes that your institution is in violation of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, and the inability or
unwillingness to rectify this violation through action requires accountability.
Postsecondary education is a unique opportunity for students to learn and have their ideas and beliefs challenged. However, universities receiving hundreds of millions of federal funds annually have denied
students that opportunity and have been hijacked to become venues for the promotion of terrorism, antisemitic harassment and intimidation, unlawful encampments, and in some cases, assaults and riots.
The House of Representatives will not countenance the use of federal funds to indoctrinate students into hateful, antisemitic, anti-American supporters of terrorism. Investigations into campus antisemitism by the Committee on Education and the Workforce and the Committee on Ways and Means have been expanded into a Congress-wide probe across all relevant jurisdictions to address this national crisis. The undersigned Committees will conduct oversight into the use of federal funds at MIT and its learning environment under authorities granted to each Committee.
• The Committee on Education and the Workforce has been investigating your institution since December 7, 2023. The Committee has broad jurisdiction over postsecondary education, including its compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, campus safety concerns over disruptions to the learning environment, and the awarding of federal student aid under the Higher Education Act.
• The Committee on Oversight and Accountability is investigating the sources of funding and other support flowing to groups espousing pro-Hamas propaganda and engaged in antisemitic harassment and intimidation of students. The Committee on Oversight and Accountability is the principal oversight committee of the US House of Representatives and has broad authority to investigate “any matter” at “any time” under House Rule X.
• The Committee on Ways and Means has been investigating several universities since November 15, 2023, when the Committee held a hearing entitled From Ivory Towers to Dark Corners: Investigating the Nexus Between Antisemitism, Tax-Exempt Universities, and Terror Financing. The Committee followed the hearing with letters to those institutions on January 10, 202
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http://sandymillin.wordpress.com/iateflwebinar2024
Published classroom materials form the basis of syllabuses, drive teacher professional development, and have a potentially huge influence on learners, teachers and education systems. All teachers also create their own materials, whether a few sentences on a blackboard, a highly-structured fully-realised online course, or anything in between. Despite this, the knowledge and skills needed to create effective language learning materials are rarely part of teacher training, and are mostly learnt by trial and error.
Knowledge and skills frameworks, generally called competency frameworks, for ELT teachers, trainers and managers have existed for a few years now. However, until I created one for my MA dissertation, there wasn’t one drawing together what we need to know and do to be able to effectively produce language learning materials.
This webinar will introduce you to my framework, highlighting the key competencies I identified from my research. It will also show how anybody involved in language teaching (any language, not just English!), teacher training, managing schools or developing language learning materials can benefit from using the framework.
Honest Reviews of Tim Han LMA Course Program.pptxtimhan337
Personal development courses are widely available today, with each one promising life-changing outcomes. Tim Han’s Life Mastery Achievers (LMA) Course has drawn a lot of interest. In addition to offering my frank assessment of Success Insider’s LMA Course, this piece examines the course’s effects via a variety of Tim Han LMA course reviews and Success Insider comments.
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This Gasta posits a strategic approach to integrating AI into HEIs to prepare staff, students and the curriculum for an evolving world and workplace. We will highlight the advantages of working with these technologies beyond the realm of teaching, learning and assessment by considering prompt engineering skills, industry impact, curriculum changes, and the need for staff upskilling. In contrast, not engaging strategically with Generative AI poses risks, including falling behind peers, missed opportunities and failing to ensure our graduates remain employable. The rapid evolution of AI technologies necessitates a proactive and strategic approach if we are to remain relevant.
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The Roman Empire, a vast and enduring power, stands as one of history's most remarkable civilizations, leaving an indelible imprint on the world. It emerged from the Roman Republic, transitioning into an imperial powerhouse under the leadership of Augustus Caesar in 27 BCE. This transformation marked the beginning of an era defined by unprecedented territorial expansion, architectural marvels, and profound cultural influence.
The empire's roots lie in the city of Rome, founded, according to legend, by Romulus in 753 BCE. Over centuries, Rome evolved from a small settlement to a formidable republic, characterized by a complex political system with elected officials and checks on power. However, internal strife, class conflicts, and military ambitions paved the way for the end of the Republic. Julius Caesar’s dictatorship and subsequent assassination in 44 BCE created a power vacuum, leading to a civil war. Octavian, later Augustus, emerged victorious, heralding the Roman Empire’s birth.
Under Augustus, the empire experienced the Pax Romana, a 200-year period of relative peace and stability. Augustus reformed the military, established efficient administrative systems, and initiated grand construction projects. The empire's borders expanded, encompassing territories from Britain to Egypt and from Spain to the Euphrates. Roman legions, renowned for their discipline and engineering prowess, secured and maintained these vast territories, building roads, fortifications, and cities that facilitated control and integration.
The Roman Empire’s society was hierarchical, with a rigid class system. At the top were the patricians, wealthy elites who held significant political power. Below them were the plebeians, free citizens with limited political influence, and the vast numbers of slaves who formed the backbone of the economy. The family unit was central, governed by the paterfamilias, the male head who held absolute authority.
Culturally, the Romans were eclectic, absorbing and adapting elements from the civilizations they encountered, particularly the Greeks. Roman art, literature, and philosophy reflected this synthesis, creating a rich cultural tapestry. Latin, the Roman language, became the lingua franca of the Western world, influencing numerous modern languages.
Roman architecture and engineering achievements were monumental. They perfected the arch, vault, and dome, constructing enduring structures like the Colosseum, Pantheon, and aqueducts. These engineering marvels not only showcased Roman ingenuity but also served practical purposes, from public entertainment to water supply.
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Read| The latest issue of The Challenger is here! We are thrilled to announce that our school paper has qualified for the NATIONAL SCHOOLS PRESS CONFERENCE (NSPC) 2024. Thank you for your unwavering support and trust. Dive into the stories that made us stand out!
2. This book was written and illustrated by the Woodsters 2012-2013. The words on
the pages that follow capture what it means to be a Woodster and how we live
each day. Please enjoy our book and remember to be a Purple Cow!
Aidan Amado!! ! ! ! ! ! Cole Volhejn
Samantha Arnitz! ! ! ! ! ! Cameron White
Madison Carroll! ! ! ! ! ! Connor Wrobbel
Katie Cole! ! ! ! ! ! ! Mitchell Zanon
Christopher DʼOrazio-Heffner
Tyler Fuenfstueck
Abigail Grejda
Ethan Krieger
Cody Lee
Annah Lejnieks
Kayla Maxwell
Jacey Muto
Brandon Roberts
Chris Ruscio
DJ Stoianovich
Abby Tucker
Patrick Unger
3. A is for Awesome-est
“Be the Awesome-est” means be the best you
can be at everything you do. Like when you have
a hard test you don’t give up, you be the best
you can be at it. So be the Awesome-est you can
be.
4. B is for Be the Change
Be the change you wish to see
means to lead. To lead others in
the right direction, think about
the change you want other people
to see and think about the
influence and effect you have on
others. To create change you need
to show it yourself, that way it
will spread to others.
5. C is for Confident
Be confident means, that you
don't give up and you keep on
trying. You have to believe that
you can do it, and you have to
fight through even if it is really
hard. Never give up. You have
to believe that you can do it
and don’t be afraid to try
something new.
6. D is for Drive
Drive means to go into something believing in yourself feeling confident even in hard things.
You never want to give up. You may feel lazy and weak some days but you still have to go
into it strong and hard. It’s better to believe than not, because believing can affect your
results. Have a drive every day!
7. E is for Energy
Energy is bouncing off the walls. If you don’t have any
energy, you won’t be able to get up and do anything. If
you do have energy you can do ANYTHING! You can
get energy by eating healthy. Then you will not have a
grouchy day at school.
8. F is for “Fall down, 7 times, Stand up
8.”
“Fall down 7 times, stand up 8,” means if you fail you
have to stand back up and try it over again. For
example, if you play a sport and if you miss a goal,
you try to get it the next time. Or in school if you're
struggling with solving a problem, keep trying.
9. G is for Grit
Grit means to have a fight.
Always have a fire in your
belly. Never give up. A time
when you need to have a grit
is when you have really hard
work to do, you need that
fight with you.
10. H is for Hard is Fun
Hard is fun... Say you are playing a board
game, if its easy don’t just keep playing get
something harder so it will challenge you. You
will get a little bit better every second.
If you have an easy math problem like 1+3, do
a harder one like
100,000,000,000,000+946,368,541,534,964.
Easy is boring, HARD IS FUN.
11. I is for “I canʼt is a bad word.”
I can’t is a bad word means to never give up
and to keep going. Never say “I can’t,”
instead say, “I can!”
12. J is for Jump in with Two
Feet
Don’t just dip your toe in the water,
jump in with two feet! Take a risk
everyday to try something new, even if
you’re unsure. Who knows, if you jump
in with two feet, you might find
something you’re good at and
passionate about.
13. K is for Keep Trying
Keep trying means never give up even if
you don’t get it. If you ever fail just keep
trying; ask questions, do your best, and
keep going and you’ll succeed!
14. L is for Leader
Being a leader means standing up
for what you believe in even if
you're the only one standing. It
also means don’t follow someone
who is being bossy to you, but
lead yourself. To be a leader,
lead people in the right
direction, not in the wrong. Don’t
be pushy about it, be fair to
other people.
15. M is for Make Today a Masterpiece
Make today a masterpiece means to make every day the best it can be. It also means to be
your best every day at every time. Also, when you’re making the day a masterpiece you have
to come across some challenges. You can make today a masterpiece by doing the best you
can.
16. N is for Never Ending
Never ending means to never stop
trying 110% when you're doing your
work. It also means to never stop trying.
Never ending means when you’re done
you’ve just begun. Never ending means
you can always add more.
17. O is for Open Mind
Keep an open mind means that you should always try something new. If you don’t
think you will like it, give it a shot. You might actually begin to like that activity. It
also means you should never give up and always do you best.
18. P is for Purple Cow
Purple cow means to do your best and
stand out. Purple cow means to be
remarkable. Be yourself, make someone
stop and appreciate you and your work.
19. Q is for Questions
If you ask QUESTIONS it makes
a difficult task easier. Have you
ever had to do something and
could not ask QUESTIONS? How
much harder was it to do
something without asking?
Never be afraid to ask.
20. R is for Remarkable
To be remarkable is to stand
out and be yourself.
21. S is for Stand Out
Stand out means to always have a
moment to be in the spotlight and
show that you’re awesome. Don’t
stay in the background, seek the
spotlight!
22. T is for Take a Risk
Take a risk means to do something
you're uncomfortable doing. Take a
risk means to jump in with 2 feet
and don't be scared. Take a risk
means to be proud when you do
something you’re afraid of. Take a
risk by doing something others are
afraid of doing. Take a risk today,
tomorrow, and forever.
23. U is for Understand
UNDERSTAND means think hard
and you will understand. Ask
questions if you don’t understand.
If you really try, you can do it!
24. V is for Valuable
Valuable means you are
important to people that know
you. Without you, the group
would be missing an important
part of the family. So be
valuable every day!
25. W is for Work Together
Work together means that you treat
others fairly and share each others’
thoughts. When we work together, big
things happen! When you work together,
you are a true Purple Cow!
26. X is for eXcitement
Excitement means to get excited when you
do something good. Celebrate your success
and the success of others.
27. Y is for You are You and that is Awesome!
You are you and that’s awesome means you are awesome just the way you are. So don’t
change who you are to make others like you. Just be yourself, they will like you just the way
you are.
28. Z is for Zipping Around
Zipping around the classroom means to do your best and help all of your classmates. They will
believe in you and rely on you more. You will have more pride in yourself and will have more
pride in what you do.
29. To the 2012-2013 Woodsters,
You have grown tremendously throughout the school year. You have
demonstrated uncommon care for others. You have learned to be creative,
innovative and playful when it comes to learning. You have learned to reflect on
learning, ask questions and take risks. Above all, you have learned to strive to
be REMARKABLE. You are truly Purple Cows in our eyes. You are the Awesome-est!
It has been a pleasure learning along side of you this school year. Mrs. J and I
appreciate how you rose to every occasion and pushed yourself. You have pushed
us to become more uncommon, creative, innovative, playful, curious,
reflective and remarkable as teachers. As you leave us today as a Woodster Alum,
we are better teachers for having had you in our class. For that, we thank you from
the bottom of our hearts.
Mr. Wood and Mrs. Jwaskiewicz