Category Archives: Instruction

State of the School

Posted on December 17, 2011 by Chris

On Thursday, December 1, about 50 parents attended a parent information night, where I provided information about the direction of teaching and instruction at Murch. I focused on five areas: professional development; developing a collaborative culture; differentiated instruction; technology as … Continue reading →

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Additional Involvement Opportunities

Posted on October 29, 2011 by Chris

The following committees need representatives: Renovation Committee (scheduled for 2014); Technology Committee (defining a 5-year technology plan for Murch students, teachers, and the community); Committee to define and establish direction for students who are identified as academically advanced, students who … Continue reading →

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First Interim Assessment Complete; Future Dates

Posted on October 16, 2011 by Chris

The faculty met today to review the results of the first interim assessment. The results created a great deal of critical debate and constructive dialogue. We discovered many things about our craft and how effective we are as instructors. Most … Continue reading →

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Interim Testing

Posted on October 8, 2011 by Chris

This year, a new initiative from the district office has created a great deal of discussion both in and outside of the school. That’s a good thing, and so are the interim assessments. Students in grades 2-5 will be assessed … Continue reading →

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To Show or Not to Show…

Posted on October 8, 2011 by Chris

I had an interesting conversation last night and was asked what my movie policy was. Come to think of it, that is the first time I have ever been asked that question. Here are my thoughts and not sure it … Continue reading →

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Principal Newsletter

Posted on September 23, 2011 by Chris

Next week in your child’s Friday folders, you will receive a paper copy of the Mustang Minute. My newsletter will highlight the instructional initiatives we will be undertaking this year at Murch. My goal is to send home useful information … Continue reading →

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New Specials Class for K and 1st

Posted on August 31, 2011 by Laura

We have begun piloting a new class for Kindergarten and 1st grade as part of the specials rotation with Art, Music, PE, and Library. This class for K students is being taught by our new SAM coach, Ayanna Kelley, and … Continue reading →

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New Class Sections

Posted on August 13, 2011 by Laura

We are opening a few new sections in our primary grades. This year we will have: three sections in Pre-K; five sections in Kindergarten and 1st grade; four sections in 2nd grade; and three sections in grades 3, 4, and … Continue reading →

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