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Friendly reminder that summer reading and assignments for Grades 6-12 are posted on the school website. Look under Schools, then Middle or Upper, then News.
There is summer reading for all middle and upper students, as well as summer work in AP courses.
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PLP's summer camps are in full swing. There is still availability in many of the camps, which you can find on MyPaymentsPlus. Themed camps include: Code App and Game Design, Caricatures,
Softball, Volleyball, Rock the Stage, and more.
Also, full day camp is available, with themed weeks as well.
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What We Are Reading This Summer
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Mr. Burr and I are reading:
Lead with Culture: What Really Matters in Our Schools
by Jay Billy. As Jeff integrates into the Lower School culture, we thought that this book would be a strong example of how we want to lead as a team, and this spurs on the types of conversations we need to have around leading the school. Culture is what really matters in schools, and we have the power to shape it. Lead . . . with culture.
Mrs. Shelly Sims, Lower School Principal; and Mr. Jeff Burr, LS Assistant Principal
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I am reading a fictional piece titled,
Words on Bathroom Walls
by Julia Walton.
It is a story of a teen living with paranoid schizophrenia and his attempt to navigate school and relationships. I am reading this to increase my perspective and empathy associated with debilitating mental illness and teenagers, also as a possible novel for our students to read.
Mrs. Lori Reuter, Upper School Assistant Principal
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I am reading
Nothing's Impossible: Leadership Lessons From Inside And Outside The Classroom
by Lorraine Monroe.
This is a story told by the founder of the Frederick Douglass Academy, a public school in Harlem, which she turned into one of the finest schools in the country, sending graduates to Ivy League colleges and registering the third highest SAT scores in New York City. I am hoping to learn more about Monroe's story of perseverance, meaningful communication, and calculated leadership to lead a school.
Mr. Sam Ranallo, Middle School Principal
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While last year we read
UnSelfie
, which surrounded our Core Value of Empathy, this year I am reading
Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance
, which focuses another core value, Perseverance. As we seek to grow our capacity to model and develop our core values I have been increasingly drawn to new research surrounding each.
The book argues that grit, more so than talent, is the biggest predictor of lifelong achievement. Recognizing the value of grit, the author describes grit as the sustained application of effort towards a long-term goal. Recognizing the importance of grit, the author directs the reader on ways to grow their grit in four focus areas:
- Developing a fascination with what we are trying to do.
- Striving to improve everyday.
- Reminding yourself of the greater purpose.
- Adopting a growth mindset.
Mr. Andrew Moceri, Executive Director
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I'm reading
Talk to Me
by Kim Bearden. She talks about the 6 Principles of Effective Communication; Finding the right words to inspire, encourage and get things done.
Ms. Lauri Schatz, Middle School Assistant Principal
When she's not reading, Mrs. Schatz is ziplining through jungles in Costa Rica. :)
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Dr. Tim Hoffman, Upper School Principal, far right, with staff members; Mr. Walker, Ms. Dorcas, Ms. Brastow, and Ms. Field. This crew just returned from the Galapagos Islands with a PLP Upper School excursion.
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Take Advantage of Free Library Access for Students
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Put those electronic devices to use this summer - yes, you read that right. Take advantage of so many FREE resources from the Iredell Public Library.
What is StudentAccess?
A StudentAccess account system that allows all Iredell students to use print and online materials from the Iredell County Public Library.
Your StudentAccess account number is your student ID number and your PIN number is the last four digits of your student ID number. You can change your PIN number from your account.
The account will allow students to check out digital materials, such as e-books, e-audiobooks, and digital magazines, and up to 10 print/audio items without any late fines or fees. Students will have access to the library’s research databases and online resources.
In addition to online books, find resources including:
- Learning Express-Practice tests and self-paced courses for students and adult learners including GRE, SAT, resume and cover letter writing courses, and more.
- Mango Languages-A language-learning software with over 70 world language courses, featuring an engaging user interface, voice comparison, fresh design, foreign language films, and a user-friendly mobile app.
- NC Live-An online resource that offers free access to eBooks, videos, magazines, newspapers, and learning tools for all ages on topics including science & math, language arts & literature, health & wellness, and genealogy & historical maps.
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The Scholastic Summer Reading Challenge is officially underway. Almost all students have received username and passwords and a lesson about logging in from Mrs. McCurry our technology teacher. If your class has not received them, they will be getting them next week.
Students may log all of their reading minutes on the website
The reading challenge runs from May 6 - September 6.
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Uniforms
Sign up with Lands' End to receive notifications about sales, at:
When you sign up, you'll receive a 40% coupon for one item.
Tip for new parents:
Sign up with the preferred school code:
900125410
This way, Lands' End will only show approved uniform pieces from which you can shop.
We will have sample sizes on hand for the New Family Welcome events on July 10 and 30.
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