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Dear School Community,
As we continue to navigate through this academic year, I am thrilled to share some highlights and updates, embodying our theme for this year: "CF Together." This motto is not just a phrase; it's the heartbeat of our District's mission, emphasizing the collective power and synergy of our team. Our belief in the inherent genius of every individual shapes our culture, celebrating and harnessing the unique gifts and talents each person brings. This approach strengthens our commitment to enriching the learning experience for students, staff, families, and the broader community. When we prioritize teamwork and collective effort, remarkable achievements unfold.
On November 7, 2023, we hosted our second professional development day, a testament to our dedication to continuous growth and excellence. Crafting professional development that resonates with everyone's unique role is a formidable task, yet essential. Our organizational drivers—connect, create, and challenge—guided us in tailoring these sessions, ensuring relevance to the specific needs and roles within our District. This strategy, pioneered last year with the input of our District Leadership Team, involves offering choices aligned with our strategic plan's focus areas. The positive feedback we received indicates a significant leap forward from previous formats.
This year, we've taken our commitment a step further by embracing our "CF Together" theme in a more tangible way. One of our internal goals is to intentionally carve out time for our staff, across all levels from Preschool to 12th grade, to connect and care for each other as a unified District. Our 'theme team' plays a crucial role in orchestrating activities that foster these connections. A prime example of this was the District-wide breakfast we held last Tuesday. This gathering was more than a meal; it was a vibrant space for our entire staff to mingle, and for our 'buddy classes' to collaborate and plan future activities. The 'buddy classes' initiative, a brainchild of the theme team, pairs classes from different grades and schools within our District, like a second-grade class with a high school math class. These pairings offer invaluable opportunities for students and teachers alike to connect and learn from each other across different grades and subjects.
They say a picture is worth a thousand words, and if you're curious about what "CF Together" truly looks like, I invite you to check out our recent social media posts. The highlight was Mortimer's special appearance, capturing a moment where our collective efforts over the past three years visibly came to life. This event and many others are vivid illustrations of our commitment to fostering a connected, collaborative, and caring educational community.
Thank you for your continued support and engagement in our journey of learning and growth. Together, we are creating an environment where every member of our community can thrive and contribute to our collective success.
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