Our cohort attended DuFour's PLC conference in Charlotte this past fall. We were able to grab a picture with Becky and Rick DuFour before leaving. He shared with us that administration was the best job he ever had.
Saturday, January 25, 2014
Monday, January 20, 2014
The "A" Team
Dr. DJ and the A-Team
me, Clarkie Hussey, Dr. DJ, Shaun Krencicki, & Julia Brown
MCS principal interns
The Glass Is Half-Full
7 months down, 5 months to go... Where has the time gone.
It seems like I was just receiving my books or heading to Cullowhee or beginning my internship at Elise. Now, I am heading into my mid-year conference with the superintendent. And, it's been an amazing journey (hence the optimistic title)!
And, just when we think we have it down to a science, they throw us a curve ball and switch us to another school system for five weeks! On the up side, I am looking forward to working with another leadership style and another system with different initiatives. On the down side, I am going to miss the staff and students and the fact that I won't immediately know my role at my switch school.
Highlights of the First Semester
~working with MCS leadership on the strategic plan
~remembering my roots as a teacher as decisions are made
~winning the sack race with an 8th grader at Fun Day... I couldn't breathe when it was over, but dog gone it, we won!
Sunday, January 19, 2014
Wednesday, January 15, 2014
Tuesday, October 8, 2013
Did I Just Say That???
Sometimes we say things that sound right in our head, but, when it leaves our mouth, it comes out all wrong. For instance...
Today, in a meeting, an older, male teacher held up a flyer and asked if "they" really wanted us to post this for the kids. (The flyer was an announcement for an upcoming lecture at Sandhills CC in regards to the problem with human trafficking in the area.) Being the "leader" in this situation, I, of course, took the lead on this conversation and proceeded to tell him, "The flyer isn't for the kids; it's for you..."
At this point, I realized the error of my ways and looked at this man (who could be my father) and tried to explain myself... that this wasn't what I meant... that I didn't quite finish my statement... that my brain and mouth weren't in sync. No words can describe the look I had on my face! He, of course, was a great sport!
Ahhh... chalk another one up for "open mouth, insert foot"! Oh well; it will make for a great (funny) story one day!
Today, in a meeting, an older, male teacher held up a flyer and asked if "they" really wanted us to post this for the kids. (The flyer was an announcement for an upcoming lecture at Sandhills CC in regards to the problem with human trafficking in the area.) Being the "leader" in this situation, I, of course, took the lead on this conversation and proceeded to tell him, "The flyer isn't for the kids; it's for you..."
"WHAT DID I JUST TELL THIS MAN????"
At this point, I realized the error of my ways and looked at this man (who could be my father) and tried to explain myself... that this wasn't what I meant... that I didn't quite finish my statement... that my brain and mouth weren't in sync. No words can describe the look I had on my face! He, of course, was a great sport!
Ahhh... chalk another one up for "open mouth, insert foot"! Oh well; it will make for a great (funny) story one day!
Friday, September 6, 2013
I didn't Know That Was In My Job Description
On the job training is a wonderful experience. Hands-on, real world audience, authentic instruction... this is the epitome of ultimate learning! However, I was not prepared for one particular assignment I was asked to be a part of this past week...
...I was leaving an observation when I saw my mentor principal heading down the sidewalk. He saw me and asked if I wanted to join him. There had been a call to the office to come help in the CTE (computers) room. I was saying, "Sure," as Mr. Powers continued with the story. There was a SNAKE that slithered under the door and into the classroom.
WHAT???? That's not my job. But, oh yes it is. So, me, Jeni Wiley, scared of anything that doesn't have a neck, proceeded to the room to "catch" the snake. Let's also mention I had on open-toe, open-back heels.
So, all the kids and the teacher were waiting for us, snake slayers, to find the creature and dispose of properly! I followed Mr. Powers into the room paying attention to corners, nooks, my toes... After a few glimpses of the HUGE room (once an auto mechanic classroom), we realized that snake could be anywhere. Being a computer room, there were cords EVERYWHERE and that played tricks on my mind. Every cord, every crack against the wall was "IT." And, I didn't want "IT."
Needless to say, the snake is still on the loose. An APB has been put out for a 1-2 foot snake with beady eyes and scaly skin. Reward offered if brought in dead. ;)
...I was leaving an observation when I saw my mentor principal heading down the sidewalk. He saw me and asked if I wanted to join him. There had been a call to the office to come help in the CTE (computers) room. I was saying, "Sure," as Mr. Powers continued with the story. There was a SNAKE that slithered under the door and into the classroom.WHAT???? That's not my job. But, oh yes it is. So, me, Jeni Wiley, scared of anything that doesn't have a neck, proceeded to the room to "catch" the snake. Let's also mention I had on open-toe, open-back heels.
So, all the kids and the teacher were waiting for us, snake slayers, to find the creature and dispose of properly! I followed Mr. Powers into the room paying attention to corners, nooks, my toes... After a few glimpses of the HUGE room (once an auto mechanic classroom), we realized that snake could be anywhere. Being a computer room, there were cords EVERYWHERE and that played tricks on my mind. Every cord, every crack against the wall was "IT." And, I didn't want "IT."
Needless to say, the snake is still on the loose. An APB has been put out for a 1-2 foot snake with beady eyes and scaly skin. Reward offered if brought in dead. ;)
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