News and information for staff members and the Madison community
Vol. III No. 3 - February 27, 2008
I welcome you to see through my eyes as a first year principal at Marquette Elementary.
Right now I see snow: a record amount of snow!
It covers our staff's cars in the parking lot, our playground and our students. It is the time of year when the shine on the floors turns to a dull, salty dust and a scattering of wet boots lay "close to" lockers in the halls. No wonder the Lost and Found bin overflows so quickly.
We've rounded the corner into the second semester and I've learned a lot about snow and how our attention clings to what the weather brings. It begins with a continuing debate in determining where snow boots and pants need to be worn on the playground.
With every new layer of snow, I am thankful for the staff that fashion the blaze orange vests and assist in addressing these questions to keep our students safe and as dry as possible outside.
And when the snow is matched with cold, I quickly understand why the excitement of having a snow day is not for a principal. I was glad to be at school on those mornings to greet the handful of children who braved the weather to come to school and needed guidance to find their way back home.
The snow is something that our 4th grade staff, students and their parents welcomed as they anticipated caving and camping overnight: however, not without a close eye on road conditions and weather reports. With one trip rescheduled, the experience was a huge success and one they will not soon forget!
The students and staff of Marquette will continue to wrap up in their winter gear and still pay attention to the weather as we round out this winter.
I know that I have a new perspective of snow due to my first year as principal at Marquette. It is one to remember!
Last Updated: Wed Mar 19 08:29:38 2008
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