Don't Count Me Out

Students who miss school miss more than just a day of learning.  As I visit schools and see the amazing level of engagement and opportunities that our scholars have, it makes it clear that students who are counted out are missing out.

Last week our second and fifth grade scholars enjoyed a visit from Lady Liberty.  Sponsored by Liberty Learning, the presentation taught about history and civic citizenship in an interactive field trip at Selma High School.  Only those present were able to enjoy this.

Also, last week our scholars at School of Discovery explored integers using Flip Grid.  Now, integers may not sound like fun but the smiles on our scholars’ faces says otherwise.  It was absolutely fun and every student had a voice in how they learned math.  Well, every student who was present had a voice.

Additionally, our R.B. Hudson STEAM Academy scholars have been having a blast with their weekly STEAM Day.  Several of them gave our principals a demonstration at our monthly meeting.  We saw examples of STEAM concepts in science, social studies and arts.  Our scholars were confident, articulate in their delivery and most of all they were present to share their learning with our district leaders.

In Team Selma, we believe in rewarding excellence.  Therefore, all of our schools are celebrating School Attendance Awareness Month with incentives for our scholars who are present daily.  Celebrations include the Attendance Café at Hudson where our scholars rotate in and out of the café to enjoy refreshments, soft jazz and socializing.

Scholars at Meadowview and several other schools enjoy popsicle parties, because it’s cool to come to school.  All schools are recognizing perfect attendance in fun and exciting ways.

This message is for all our families and our scholars.  When you miss school, you not only miss a day of learning but you also miss amazing opportunities that are fun and engaging.  Team Selma aims to ensure that all scholars are present, on time and ready to learn every day.  Don’t get counted out!

                                                                  

For more information please reach out to me at avis.williams@selmacityschools.org.