Ms. Henderson's 1st Grade Class practiced their high-frequency words in the most fun way possible—using robots! 🤖💡 See, say, spell, and use in a sentence! ❤ Literacy & Technology❤
🎉 Tonight, we celebrated our amazing Teacher of the Year Finalist, Ms. Tori Henderson! 🌟 She was surrounded by love and support from both her home family and her school family.
Just look at this incredible group of support—proof of the lives she’s touched and the difference she makes every single day! 💙🏆
🍂 We are grateful for our amazing students, families, and staff who make our school community so special. Wishing you a joyful and restful Thanksgiving filled with love and laughter! 🦃
Reminder: All schools and offices will be closed November 27 - November 29.
🍂 We are grateful for our amazing students, families, and staff who make our school community so special. Wishing you a joyful and restful Thanksgiving filled with love and laughter! 🦃
In honor of "Turkey Day," Ms. Stimeling's class practiced sequencing by putting together the steps to make a turkey. So fun—and delicious! 🦃
🎉 Congratulations to this year’s Instructional Assistant of the Year, Mr. Lawrence Chambers! 🌟 Your dedication, patience, and passion for helping students succeed make a huge difference every day. Thank you for all that you do to support our students. Well deserved! 👏
Exciting week in the library! Our 4th and 5th graders dove into coding skills again, building their confidence and creativity with technology. Big thanks to Mrs. Schiano for guiding our students and opening doors to the world of coding! 🖥️✨
🎙 Explore how artificial intelligence is transforming education with Maria Kainz, a first-year English teacher at Oscar Smith High, and Andrew LeClair, a technology innovation coach from Hickory Middle. Together, they discuss the opportunities and challenges of incorporating AI into classrooms, offering insights on how it can enhance personalized learning and prepare students for a tech-driven world. This episode highlights their dedication to creating thoughtful, ethical approaches to using AI while inspiring meaningful conversations about its role in education. Listen to the full episode on your favorite podcast platform or visit https://www.cpschools.com/page/amplified! 🎧
🌍 Calling all students! Join us for Geographic Information System (GIS) Day with a fun virtual scavenger hunt adventure! Use GIS technology to solve clues and uncover answers along the way. Complete the quest for a chance to win a prize! 🎉
🗓️ The GIS Quest is open now through December 4 and can be accessed using these links:
🔗 Elementary (K-5) Link: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=35377731
🔗 Middle/High (6-12) Link: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=35377710
📍 Don’t miss out on this exciting journey—start your quest today! 🗺️✨ #InspireCPS
🌦️ Thank you to Meteorologist Taylor Stephenson from News 13 for visiting our 4th graders today! 🌤️ She shared her knowledge of weather, clouds, and what it takes to become a meteorologist. Thank you, Taylor, for helping to spark curiosity about science in the next generation!
💻 Military families, join us for a valuable online session covering ways to make college more affordable! We'll discuss financial aid, GI Bill, Post 9/11 GI Bill, scholarships, and more. 💲
👉For more info and to register, visit https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=35542436
🎉 Huge congratulations to the TME Lego Robotics Team for winning the Judges' Award at the Regional Qualifiers 🏆👏 We are so proud of these amazing students who have worked hard to master skills in research, design, coding, presentations, and so much more. Way to go, team!🎉
Had an amazing time celebrating Homecoming this week! 🎉 From fun dress-up days to an epic pep rally to wrap it all up, the spirit was high and the energy was contagious. So grateful for all the memories made and the school spirit we shared. 💙
🚍 One Stop Job Fair for Bus Drivers 🚍
Join us on November 21 from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM at the School Administration Building!
🎉 Turkey Giveaway
🚌 Test Drive a Bus
For more info and to see other job openings, visit: https://www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/employment-opportunities
🌟Congratulations #CPSTOY25 finalist, Tori Henderson! 🌟
📚 Miss Henderson is an outstanding first-grade teacher at Thurgood Marshall Elementary with four years of experience! Starting her career during the pandemic, Tori quickly adapted to hybrid teaching and has since made a tremendous impact, both in and out of the classroom. Beyond academics, she is an active school volunteer who has served as Cheer and Spirit Coach and Tiger Academy Tutor.
As the daughter of two educators and a graduate of Norfolk State University with a B.S. in Psychology and Elementary Education, teaching is truly in her DNA! Miss Henderson’s classroom is a warm, structured environment where students feel safe, respected, and valued. Her ability to balance high expectations with a nurturing approach supports both academic and emotional growth. ❤️
In her role as Grade Level Chair, Tori fosters a collaborative environment, consistently supporting the success of both her team and students. As Chair of the Staff Engagement Committee, her enthusiasm and commitment have helped build a strong, connected school community.
👏 Join us in celebrating Tori Henderson, a teacher who brings patience, adaptability, and passion to her work every day! #CPSCelebrates
📙 The Anxious Generation Book Club 📙
Join us as we dive into “The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness.”
📅 Pre-register by December 13th. Meetings will begin in January 2025
💻Please complete the questionnaire for your preferred day of the week and meeting style: tinyurl.com/CPSBookClub2025
Mrs. Hoggard’s 4th-grade class is taking learning to new heights! Our young meteorologists are identifying different cloud types and using weather instruments to track and log the daily weather. 🌦️
🏫💬You are invited to attend the Gifted Advisory Committee Meeting to help advocate in the interest of gifted students. These meetings are open to the public. 💻For more information, visit our website: https://www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/advisory-committees-gifted-education
🎉 We are proud to announce that Miss Henderson is a Teacher of the Year finalist! 🌟 We’re all cheering her on to become the City-Wide Elementary Teacher of the Year! The announcement will be made on December 5th. Let’s all congratulate her on this well-deserved honor! 🙌👏
Upcoming Calendar Reminders:
✔️ Nov. 5: Teacher Workday
✔️ Nov. 11: Veterans Day - Holiday
💻 You can view complete district calendar online: https://cpschools.com/calendar
