3/20 Motivation

Alicia Sanders hit the nail on the head.  Rock Island has an awesome schedule.  The teachers and students come back rested and ready to tackle a new quarter.  Since my kids go to Rock Island schools they are off at the same time I am (which is sometimes not exactly restful, but very convenient) and the whole family can get away from the everyday routine.  Our superintendent has started a new program called W.I.T. awards.  "Whatever It Takes" awards are given out after a teacher, staff member, or even parent is nominated to the superintendent for going up and beyond in the name of education.  The super then goes to the school and presents the teacher with a W.I.T. teacher and makes a small "speech" as to why the person was nominated.  Some people laughed, but I thought it was very nice.  I loved hearing about what other people in my district are doing and really like nominating someone.  This is motivation. Something that doesn't cost a lot of money (cost of t-shirt), yet is competitive enough to mean a lot.  I applaud Mr. Loy for recognizing those teachers who are giving it their all and making a difference with our students!