#Bragging

Sometimes it is important to step back and recognize that the work you are doing is having an impact. We are in the process of implementing a Community School model in my elementary school. While it is an incredible amount of work to organize and implement, it is work that is very much needed in my school community. An article by Julie McMahon that was published in the Syracuse Post-Standard last week, highlights the work that we are doing as a school to support our school community (read the full article here). It has helped to raise awareness in the greater Syracuse community regarding the significant level of need - both in terms of basic needs and academic supports.

I am overcome with appreciation for the many people who have shown interest in the work we are doing at my school. How humbling it is to realize that other people recognize the value of the work you are doing! I also continue to be in awe of the people who are on my team. They take the idea of relentless commitment to serving our school community to the next level. When we think about what is necessary in school turnaround, having the right people on your team is absolutely number one in changing the trajectory of a school.

The next steps for us in implementing a community school model are exciting and there is much for us to learn. I am proud to be surrounded by so many talented and dedicated educators and to be supported by a community that can envision how schools can make a difference in the lives of our students and their families.