Ritu Pablay, T&L
It is already 2020! This month can feel like a bit of a blur – everyone is tired, but excited to be back! There is something about coming back refreshed in the new year that inspires us to reflect on the first half of the year and to look to the future with renewed excitement.
We have spent a lot of time getting to know our students and are in the midst of adapting our teaching to meet their needs and interests. Coming back from break feeling refreshed and renewed is the best time to keep this momentum going. The first few days back after a long break are important for setting the tone for the second half of the year. The goal is to keep students invested, motivated and enthusiastic about what’s to come. Encouraging students to look back and move forward can be a great way to start the new year. Using the new year as an opportunity for reflection and goal setting gives everyone a chance to hit the reset button.
Creating goals engages students and encourages them to take ownership of their learning. It is also a great time to help students set personal goals – this can be anything from making new friends to going to sleep on time. By doing this, kids can learn how to monitor their own progress and make decisions that will help them reach their goals.
There is so much to accomplish in the coming weeks and it is exciting to be back in the swing of things! With our fresh mindset and our goal setting in place, we are ready to tackle all of the learning coming our way!
For Love of the Game 