I like Jane's "learning walk" activity and would really be supportive of this as a way to take the really good approaches used by others and adapt them for my students. As a special education teacher, the strategies I employ for students with disabilities will work for all students, and a learning walk would allow me the chance to see how teachers might best use what I have to share. I also support her new approach that moves from "teaching to the test" to beefing up lesson development, a practice that will definitely benefit students with disabilities who learn so much more with a hands-on, "in-the-moment" approach
I agree with Kim. As I was Jane's experiences I really liked how she incorporated her own beliefs and went with it. The learning walks were a great idea. As a mentor teacher, I plan on using that with my mentees as a "get to know you" activity at the beginning of next year. It is so true how teachers turn on the "good stuff" when an administrator walks into the room. Jane's way of communicating with her teachers and allowing them to be themselves was a good way to have success in the classroom.
I also really liked the "learning walk". I think as teachers we can learn so much from each other. I think we need time to "borrow" ideas from our peers. We all have strengths in different areas and it is important that we observe how others succesfully interact in their classroom. Alana Sexton
The transforamtion that Jane went through in this chapter was great. I really like the way that she brought on board the teachers to make this transition with her. By getting the other teachers to buy into her way of thinking seemed to make things happen more quickly and smoothly. I believe that strength in numbers is very powerful and when dealing with schools issues putting ideas together can greatly benefit the ones that we are really there for in the first place.
Zach, my sentiments exactly. I belive as administrators we need to need to gain the support of our faculty, and use their ideas effectively. As educational leaders, we also need to continually change our mindscapes to keep up with the everchanging educational system. Jane coped with the dilemmas between doing what was expected and what she felt she should do. By changing her mindscape, she was able to solve the problems within her school successfully.
I was reading about Jane and I imagined myself teaching under the old Jane. I would have felt stifled and unsatisfied. The new Jane showed an understanding for what teacher want to do - teach creatively! So many times I hear teachers say, "We used to have fun before SOL's." But with dynamic lesson plans, teachers can have fun (because they're not teaching to a test) while students are learning. I think Jane's change reflects the needs of teachers which I think some adminstrators have totally forgotten.
As for me, I think we all experience times in our careers that we do need to change or adapt to what needs to be done. I know from my first year til now, oh what changes I have made! Sometimes we caught up in “doing things right instead of doing the right thing.” We all want to impress our bosses and look good in what we do. If we are good educators, we take great pride in our ability as teachers or administrators, but like Jane there is a time to know when things are not working for the good of the students. I believe she realized that the important thing is to make her students succeed and even if it meant she had to change her tightly traditional methods. For example, the “learning walk” is a great idea and refueled her motivation as an educational leader. It also boosted the moral of her staff to promote the success of her students. When she got the school working as a team, I believe this set off a positive learning atmosphere that teachers relish in. Israel Easter
I think that Jane did something that is very special. She knew there were changes that needed to be made and she confidently rose to the occasion. Of course she knew there were risks involved too, but doing the right thing was more important. Many people have a great deal of creativity and innovation in them, it just needs to get a chance to be applied and practiced. Many administrators are trying to get by and please the central office. I think it is something that holds back many people in this profession. The learning walk is a great idea and something to keep in mind for the future. It has many facets that give the teacher a new perspective in teaching and also in learning. We all need to continue to learn, even if it has been many years into our career. Keeping things fresh is great for a staff and even better for the students. Like many things I think it takes a person to put their own personality to what they are doing to be successful and to make everything around them successful too. Great story!
I agree with Jason. I think Jane did something very special. She knew that changes needed to be made and she made them. She knew doing the right thing was important but at a risk. The learning walk refueled motivation as a educational leader. Also it kept in mind to consider the success of the students. Staying fresh is great for the staff and students. When she got the staff working as a team it promoted a positive attitude and therefore made the school successful. Jamie Cain
I thought Jane made the courageous decision to "change her theory to fit the world" instead of the other way around. Being flexible on the observation criteria and bringing the teachers on board to discuss which criteria would be evaluated was very effective. As a teacher, I feel more ownership in my career when I get to have a voice and am treated more professionally. I would be happy to become a follower of Jane now that she has become more of a Scruffy.
As a teacher working for the new "Jane" I would be very excited about the "learning walks." What a powerful way to involve teachers in professional development! Teachers were excited and very proactive in setting up coaching programs. They have a sense of ownership and will be more successful. Christy Sparks
I think the new "Jane"'s ideas and processes are great! Involving teachers in the "learning walks" allows them to see each other in action. How often to we as teachers get to be on the other end of observations? You can learn so much from your colleages! Also, focusing in on 8 to 10 criteria as opposed to 4 pages allows teachers to teach, not put on a show for the observer. Samantha Reed
Because one cannot look at education in a vacuum, it is not effective to have one standard for all environments. A school is not predictable and cannot be governed as if it is. Rather, the goal of the Principal is to do what is best for the school, it's students and teachers. Therefore, with her decision to do right things even if it meant she was not doing them in the specified way, Jane is doing her job which is promoting the success of the school. A standard that is incorrectly applied causes harm and inefficiency, exactly the opposite of what it was created to do.
I like Angie's comment about Jane being "courageous", because that it exactly what I thought about her as I read the passage. As a teacher in Jane's school I would support her efforts. Sometimes you have to pretend to conform and do your own thing while others aren't looking.I think Jane understood that eventually the school district was going to pick up on what she was doing, but she was hopefully going to have the success of her program and school, not to mention the support of the teachers, staff, students, and community to back up what she had accomplished. In this ever-changing world, education has to lead the way with changes in administration and teaching responsibilities. Many may not like this idea b/c many times change brings about more responsibility for teachers and principals, but change must happen otherwise we continue to raise students who can not conform to the world outside the classroom. Students who only learn to recall and recite information and facts, do not have the ability to think creatively or outside the box to solve real-world problems. I agree with Jane's idea that sometimes you have to change your theories to fit the world. If we continue to use traditional methods of teaching and assessing, not to mention administrating, our students will not be able to function in today's society, and that's a scary thought. With our world needing creative thinkers and problem-solvers who don't conform to a set way of thinking, we should be encouraging those skills in our students. Otherwise other countries who ARE teaching these skills, are going to lead. I always tell my students, there is no ONE right answer to this problem, as long as YOU justify why your answer it right for you. I think this theory will go far in helping my students adapt to real-world problems. My test score may not be the highest scores in the state (although always above state level), I feel my students are getting more from my classroom then just drilled facts and information. They are taking with them skills that will benefit them in the years to come. I think that as a teacher working in Jane's school I would have done exactly what the teachers were doing, and would have supported Jane's efforts to change fully and even offered advice if she was open to it, since it seems it was a big step for her and something she was not used to doing before. (although, I have to admit, I'm not a stickler for rules and conformity in the first place.)
I loved Jane. It shouldn’t always be about making the big buys happy; it should be about the students. They are entrusted to us for us as educators to do the very best that we can to meet their individual needs. I loved Jane’s learning walks. I think that this should not be limited to administrators but should be extended as an idea for all educators. How many times have I looked down a hallway and thought to myself, I have no clue what they do down there”?
I believe that everyone has something to offer, and that everyone has something to learn. So I would support Jane by taking part in learning walks with her when possible and in helping her to think outside the box. I would like to be able to help dissect new ideas and concepts to see where they might lead. True, there are risks in public education with every decision that we make, and there is much to be said about doing the right thing – even when it means going against the grain. Movita
I would be very supportive of Jane. The "Learning Walk" activity sounds wonderful and would give teachers some wonderful ideas for their classroom. This also makes teachers get to know one another a little better instead of the little "clicks" that are at every school. Teachers can learn so much from one another. Everyone needs to work together to make their school better.
I liked the "new" Jane in this chapter. She used common sense when it came to the evaluation system she used for the teachers, molding her evaluation to individual teacher and lesson, something we, as teachers, do with our students. As a teacher, I would definitely support this, it shows me she is human, and more importantly, knows the teacher is human. As a teacher, I would support her collaboration with the faculty, it shows that she cares and acknowledges the faculty and staff have valid ideas and can creates a better work environment. As many others stated, the "Learning Walks" sound like a great idea it involves the teacher into the principal's day as well as the principal into the teacher's day and world. All-in-all I would support and welcome the "new" Jane. -- Jennifer Campbell
Like Jennifer stated Jane would be highly supported in most schools. However, sometimes changes are not looked at as positive things. Some teachers dont want to change or want their ideas varied.
I enjoyed seeing the growth of Jane. I was once told, when trying to implement anything new into a school, you need to find a collegue that is ready for change (if possible) and get them on-board. Then have that spread throughout the school, like someone else stated, there is power in numbers. I think "Jane" did something similiar to this is her "learning walks". To be an effective teacher I feel we must constantly evolve or we will fall behind.
From a teacher's standpoint I would support the new Jane. She had a wonderful revelation for a need of self-improvement. She knew that what she was doing was not working and changing her mindscape helped her school to begin a much needed improvement. Her examination of student samples to help make decisions about student learning and teaching is a great way to improve student achievement and to get a better idea of what they actually need to learn for the real world.
I would also support her "learning walks." This is a wonderful way of helping teachers improve their instructional practices or to get ideas on organization for their classroom. - Shelly Goad
As I read the chapter, I found myself very supportive of Jane. Jane knew that by having clear objectives, letting people know exactly what is expected of them, and being a rational manager was something she had to do when it came to changing the mindscape of everyone in her school. I really admired Jane for doing this becasue not only did she raise test scores but she got the teachers on board. I also really liked the way Jane did the "learning walk" as a way for teachers to spend with her walking through classrooms. As a new prinicpal, this is something I would love to try.
When people learn to beat the system "observing staged lessons", it was time to change or improve the system. Jane had to be one step ahead and figure out what was truly needed to raise test scores. I support Jane in her efforts to make changes and look at where the teachers were and take them to where they needed to be in small chunks "deciding on 8-10 behaviors." Isn't that how we break it down for students who aren't mastering the SOLs? I agree with Movita, "I have no clue of what they do down there" either. I support Jane in the fact that she is unleashing the best kept secrets (or worst?). Either way learning walks should imply that we learn. Jane is overall helping teachers go from their small box (classroom) to a bigger box (school)and bring it back to individual student learning. Melissa Gillie
I think that Jane’s attempt to adapt her management style and do what is truly best for the school regardless of external pressure would easily convert me to a follower. I would be eager to participate in the “learning walks” and would be receptive to pre-observation meetings to discuss areas of teaching in need of attention. It would also be important for me to find ways to support her management style by not only achieving high results but also working hard to document these results and championing Jane’s proficiency to central office administrators. Thank you, Marlin Campbell
I think it was a good idea to have the other teachers on board. She had clear objectives and let people know what was expected of them. She got results, including the test scores. Jane was a good problem solver. Jacob Leonard Carroll co.
Not only was Jane able to meet the ultamate goals of CO (altough through a different process),but she had greater moral achievemnts in the school climate as well. This was key in realizing that sometimes you have to play politics and then do what really needs to be done to be effictive. Rusty
I think it was great when Jane came to the realization that she could be both an effective manager and a effective leader. After all she has all the qualifications plus some, she just started doubting herself as politics got in the way. I would agree with her discussion to stay focused and do the right thing even if it is going slightly against the grain of the system. It's kind of hard to believe with the strength of the ISLLC's we have to think about doing the right thing or the right thing not being politically correct.
As a teacher I would try to come up with the best lessons I could in my classroom. I would do my part to support Jane's efforts. I would learn all I could from the experience of observing other teachers in the "learning Walks". I would promote her methods as effective and helpful to other educators I encounter. I would also try to follow the same approach in my classroom as she does in her leadership role. I would try to complete all the papwer work and other demands as effciently as posssible, then I could focus on planning and teaching better lessons.
I would be supportive of her "learning walks". I would not freak-out if she came in my classroom to observe my teaching. I would be willing and eager to observe other teacher ans learn form their classroom stragegies and lessons. I would try to come up with great lessons using higher level thinking skills. I would be eager to change methods in my classroom if asked to. Misty Z
I really liked her new approaches towards balancing what her superiors wanted and keeping the morale of the teachers. The "learning walks" that she instituted, I thought, really allowed for stronger relationships between her and the teachers. With her willingness to make life easier for me, I would be all for helping her out by introducing lessons and activities that require better understanding and thinking by the students to help boost SOL scores and overall grades in the class.
I like Jane's "learning walk" activity and would really be supportive of this as a way to take the really good approaches used by others and adapt them for my students. As a special education teacher, the strategies I employ for students with disabilities will work for all students, and a learning walk would allow me the chance to see how teachers might best use what I have to share. I also support her new approach that moves from "teaching to the test" to beefing up lesson development, a practice that will definitely benefit students with disabilities who learn so much more with a hands-on, "in-the-moment" approach
ReplyDeleteI agree with Kim. As I was Jane's experiences I really liked how she incorporated her own beliefs and went with it. The learning walks were a great idea. As a mentor teacher, I plan on using that with my mentees as a "get to know you" activity at the beginning of next year. It is so true how teachers turn on the "good stuff" when an administrator walks into the room. Jane's way of communicating with her teachers and allowing them to be themselves was a good way to have success in the classroom.
ReplyDeleteI also really liked the "learning walk". I think as teachers we can learn so much from each other. I think we need time to "borrow" ideas from our peers. We all have strengths in different areas and it is important that we observe how others succesfully interact in their classroom.
ReplyDeleteAlana Sexton
The transforamtion that Jane went through in this chapter was great. I really like the way that she brought on board the teachers to make this transition with her. By getting the other teachers to buy into her way of thinking seemed to make things happen more quickly and smoothly. I believe that strength in numbers is very powerful and when dealing with schools issues putting ideas together can greatly benefit the ones that we are really there for in the first place.
ReplyDeleteZack Dotson carroll co-hort
Zach, my sentiments exactly. I belive as administrators we need to need to gain the support of our faculty, and use their ideas effectively. As educational leaders, we also need to continually change our mindscapes to keep up with the everchanging educational system. Jane coped with the dilemmas between doing what was expected and what she felt she should do. By changing her mindscape, she was able to solve the problems within her school successfully.
ReplyDeleteI was reading about Jane and I imagined myself teaching under the old Jane. I would have felt stifled and unsatisfied. The new Jane showed an understanding for what teacher want to do - teach creatively! So many times I hear teachers say, "We used to have fun before SOL's." But with dynamic lesson plans, teachers can have fun (because they're not teaching to a test) while students are learning. I think Jane's change reflects the needs of teachers which I think some adminstrators have totally forgotten.
ReplyDeleteAs for me, I think we all experience times in our careers that we do need to change or adapt to what needs to be done. I know from my first year til now, oh what changes I have made! Sometimes we caught up in “doing things right instead of doing the right thing.” We all want to impress our bosses and look good in what we do. If we are good educators, we take great pride in our ability as teachers or administrators, but like Jane there is a time to know when things are not working for the good of the students. I believe she realized that the important thing is to make her students succeed and even if it meant she had to change her tightly traditional methods. For example, the “learning walk” is a great idea and refueled her motivation as an educational leader. It also boosted the moral of her staff to promote the success of her students. When she got the school working as a team, I believe this set off a positive learning atmosphere that teachers relish in.
ReplyDeleteIsrael Easter
I think that Jane did something that is very special. She knew there were changes that needed to be made and she confidently rose to the occasion. Of course she knew there were risks involved too, but doing the right thing was more important. Many people have a great deal of creativity and innovation in them, it just needs to get a chance to be applied and practiced. Many administrators are trying to get by and please the central office. I think it is something that holds back many people in this profession. The learning walk is a great idea and something to keep in mind for the future. It has many facets that give the teacher a new perspective in teaching and also in learning. We all need to continue to learn, even if it has been many years into our career. Keeping things fresh is great for a staff and even better for the students. Like many things I think it takes a person to put their own personality to what they are doing to be successful and to make everything around them successful too. Great story!
ReplyDeleteJason Morris
I agree with Jason. I think Jane did something very special. She knew that changes needed to be made and she made them. She knew doing the right thing was important but at a risk. The learning walk refueled motivation as a educational leader. Also it kept in mind to consider the success of the students. Staying fresh is great for the staff and students. When she got the staff working as a team it promoted a positive attitude and therefore made the school successful. Jamie Cain
ReplyDeleteI thought Jane made the courageous decision to "change her theory to fit the world" instead of the other way around. Being flexible on the observation criteria and bringing the teachers on board to discuss which criteria would be evaluated was very effective. As a teacher, I feel more ownership in my career when I get to have a voice and am treated more professionally. I would be happy to become a follower of Jane now that she has become more of a Scruffy.
ReplyDeleteAs a teacher working for the new "Jane" I would be very excited about the "learning walks." What a powerful way to involve teachers in professional development! Teachers were excited and very proactive in setting up coaching programs. They have a sense of ownership and will be more successful. Christy Sparks
ReplyDeleteI think the new "Jane"'s ideas and processes are great! Involving teachers in the "learning walks" allows them to see each other in action. How often to we as teachers get to be on the other end of observations? You can learn so much from your colleages! Also, focusing in on 8 to 10 criteria as opposed to 4 pages allows teachers to teach, not put on a show for the observer.
ReplyDeleteSamantha Reed
Because one cannot look at education in a vacuum, it is not effective to have one standard for all environments. A school is not predictable and cannot be governed as if it is. Rather, the goal of the Principal is to do what is best for the school, it's students and teachers. Therefore, with her decision to do right things even if it meant she was not doing them in the specified way, Jane is doing her job which is promoting the success of the school. A standard that is incorrectly applied causes harm and inefficiency, exactly the opposite of what it was created to do.
ReplyDeleteI like Angie's comment about Jane being "courageous", because that it exactly what I thought about her as I read the passage. As a teacher in Jane's school I would support her efforts. Sometimes you have to pretend to conform and do your own thing while others aren't looking.I think Jane understood that eventually the school district was going to pick up on what she was doing, but she was hopefully going to have the success of her program and school, not to mention the support of the teachers, staff, students, and community to back up what she had accomplished. In this ever-changing world, education has to lead the way with changes in administration and teaching responsibilities. Many may not like this idea b/c many times change brings about more responsibility for teachers and principals, but change must happen otherwise we continue to raise students who can not conform to the world outside the classroom. Students who only learn to recall and recite information and facts, do not have the ability to think creatively or outside the box to solve real-world problems. I agree with Jane's idea that sometimes you have to change your theories to fit the world. If we continue to use traditional methods of teaching and assessing, not to mention administrating, our students will not be able to function in today's society, and that's a scary thought. With our world needing creative thinkers and problem-solvers who don't conform to a set way of thinking, we should be encouraging those skills in our students. Otherwise other countries who ARE teaching these skills, are going to lead. I always tell my students, there is no ONE right answer to this problem, as long as YOU justify why your answer it right for you. I think this theory will go far in helping my students adapt to real-world problems. My test score may not be the highest scores in the state (although always above state level), I feel my students are getting more from my classroom then just drilled facts and information. They are taking with them skills that will benefit them in the years to come. I think that as a teacher working in Jane's school I would have done exactly what the teachers were doing, and would have supported Jane's efforts to change fully and even offered advice if she was open to it, since it seems it was a big step for her and something she was not used to doing before. (although, I have to admit, I'm not a stickler for rules and conformity in the first place.)
ReplyDeleteI loved Jane. It shouldn’t always be about making the big buys happy; it should be about the students. They are entrusted to us for us as educators to do the very best that we can to meet their individual needs. I loved Jane’s learning walks. I think that this should not be limited to administrators but should be extended as an idea for all educators. How many times have I looked down a hallway and thought to myself, I have no clue what they do down there”?
ReplyDeleteI believe that everyone has something to offer, and that everyone has something to learn. So I would support Jane by taking part in learning walks with her when possible and in helping her to think outside the box. I would like to be able to help dissect new ideas and concepts to see where they might lead. True, there are risks in public education with every decision that we make, and there is much to be said about doing the right thing – even when it means going against the grain. Movita
I would be very supportive of Jane. The "Learning Walk" activity sounds wonderful and would give teachers some wonderful ideas for their classroom. This also makes teachers get to know one another a little better instead of the little "clicks" that are at every school. Teachers can learn so much from one another. Everyone needs to work together to make their school better.
ReplyDeleteCory Hawks- Carroll County Cohort
I liked the "new" Jane in this chapter. She used common sense when it came to the evaluation system she used for the teachers, molding her evaluation to individual teacher and lesson, something we, as teachers, do with our students. As a teacher, I would definitely support this, it shows me she is human, and more importantly, knows the teacher is human. As a teacher, I would support her collaboration with the faculty, it shows that she cares and acknowledges the faculty and staff have valid ideas and can creates a better work environment. As many others stated, the "Learning Walks" sound like a great idea it involves the teacher into the principal's day as well as the principal into the teacher's day and world. All-in-all I would support and welcome the "new" Jane.
ReplyDelete-- Jennifer Campbell
Like Jennifer stated Jane would be highly supported in most schools. However, sometimes changes are not looked at as positive things. Some teachers dont want to change or want their ideas varied.
ReplyDeleteCory Hawks- Carroll County Cohort
I enjoyed seeing the growth of Jane. I was once told, when trying to implement anything new into a school, you need to find a collegue that is ready for change (if possible) and get them on-board. Then have that spread throughout the school, like someone else stated, there is power in numbers. I think "Jane" did something similiar to this is her "learning walks". To be an effective teacher I feel we must constantly evolve or we will fall behind.
ReplyDeleteShane Reed CC
From a teacher's standpoint I would support the new Jane. She had a wonderful revelation for a need of self-improvement. She knew that what she was doing was not working and changing her mindscape helped her school to begin a much needed improvement. Her examination of student samples to help make decisions about student learning and teaching is a great way to improve student achievement and to get a better idea of what they actually need to learn for the real world.
ReplyDeleteI would also support her "learning walks." This is a wonderful way of helping teachers improve their instructional practices or to get ideas on organization for their classroom. - Shelly Goad
As I read the chapter, I found myself very supportive of Jane. Jane knew that by having clear objectives, letting people know exactly what is expected of them, and being a rational manager was something she had to do when it came to changing the mindscape of everyone in her school. I really admired Jane for doing this becasue not only did she raise test scores but she got the teachers on board. I also really liked the way Jane did the "learning walk" as a way for teachers to spend with her walking through classrooms. As a new prinicpal, this is something I would love to try.
ReplyDeleteWhen people learn to beat the system "observing staged lessons", it was time to change or improve the system. Jane had to be one step ahead and figure out what was truly needed to raise test scores. I support Jane in her efforts to make changes and look at where the teachers were and take them to where they needed to be in small chunks "deciding on 8-10 behaviors." Isn't that how we break it down for students who aren't mastering the SOLs?
ReplyDeleteI agree with Movita, "I have no clue of what they do down there" either. I support Jane in the fact that she is unleashing the best kept secrets (or worst?). Either way learning walks should imply that we learn. Jane is overall helping teachers go from their small box (classroom) to a bigger box (school)and bring it back to individual student learning.
Melissa Gillie
I think that Jane’s attempt to adapt her management style and do what is truly best for the school regardless of external pressure would easily convert me to a follower. I would be eager to participate in the “learning walks” and would be receptive to pre-observation meetings to discuss areas of teaching in need of attention. It would also be important for me to find ways to support her management style by not only achieving high results but also working hard to document these results and championing Jane’s proficiency to central office administrators. Thank you, Marlin Campbell
ReplyDeleteI think it was a good idea to have the other teachers on board. She had clear objectives and let people know what was expected of them. She got results, including the test scores. Jane was a good problem solver.
ReplyDeleteJacob Leonard Carroll co.
Not only was Jane able to meet the ultamate goals of CO (altough through a different process),but she had greater moral achievemnts in the school climate as well. This was key in realizing that sometimes you have to play politics and then do what really needs to be done to be effictive.
ReplyDeleteRusty
I think it was great when Jane came to the realization that she could be both an effective manager and a effective leader. After all she has all the qualifications plus some, she just started doubting herself as politics got in the way. I would agree with her discussion to stay focused and do the right thing even if it is going slightly against the grain of the system. It's kind of hard to believe with the strength of the ISLLC's we have to think about doing the right thing or the right thing not being politically correct.
ReplyDeleteAs a teacher I would try to come up with the best lessons I could in my classroom. I would do my part to support Jane's efforts. I would learn all I could from the experience of observing other teachers in the "learning Walks". I would promote her methods as effective and helpful to other educators I encounter. I would also try to follow the same approach in my classroom as she does in her leadership role. I would try to complete all the papwer work and other demands as effciently as posssible, then I could focus on planning and teaching better lessons.
ReplyDeleteI would be supportive of her "learning walks". I would not freak-out if she came in my classroom to observe my teaching. I would be willing and eager to observe other teacher ans learn form their classroom stragegies and lessons. I would try to come up with great lessons using higher level thinking skills. I would be eager to change methods in my classroom if asked to. Misty Z
ReplyDeleteI really liked her new approaches towards balancing what her superiors wanted and keeping the morale of the teachers. The "learning walks" that she instituted, I thought, really allowed for stronger relationships between her and the teachers. With her willingness to make life easier for me, I would be all for helping her out by introducing lessons and activities that require better understanding and thinking by the students to help boost SOL scores and overall grades in the class.
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