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A Shout-Out to My Team

In the spirit of “Be Together, Not the Same”, and with football season now in full swing, I began to think about my First Grade teammates. In my opinion, the similarities between some of the roles on a football team and the roles my teammates play each day are comparable. To my team, I would like to give this shout-out.

Kim is our quarterback and team captain. Not only is she responsible for receiving the “plays” and communicating them to us, but also she is always lifting us up with encouraging words and bright spots she observes. Kim, your leadership is admirable and appreciated.

Julianne and Paul support us as wide receivers, willing to run pass routes and get open for a pass each and every time. They consistently catch these “passes” for the team, volunteering to take on a task thrown from the QB or the “coaches”. Julianne and Mr. P, what you do and give to this team is invaluable.

Mary Catherine and Katie are our five-star recruits. Mary Catherine is coming at us locked and loaded with several years of Orton-Gillingham experience, as well as, a sweet disposition that will put anyone in a good mood. Katie has jumped right into the lineup with both feet and hasn’t skipped a beat. To me, their transitions have been seamless and it is an added bonus that both are seasoned teammates. MC and Katie, we are lucky to have you!

The offensive line’s main job is to block. Sarah is right there on the o-line blocking negativity with her positive aura and sense of humor. Not only does she offer her expertise as a yogi to students and teammates alike, but also she habitually keeps the positive vibes flowing and brings a sense of calm wherever she goes. Sarah, Namaste.

Although we all support one another, Michelle, Rebecca, and Helen are our cheerleaders. Michelle is constantly sharing resources, offering up any available time she has to assist with activities in the classrooms, and cheering us on as we dive head first into Lucy’s Units of Study for Reading and Writing. Rebecca continuously shares her fresh ideas, technology expertise, and amazing costume selection with the team (You didn’t think Paul bought that Richard Simmons wig last year, did you?). Among other things, Helen builds close, personal relations with her teammates. She is always asking about our families and lends an ear when we just need someone to listen. Ladies, a cheer in your honor…Awesome! Oh wow! Like totally freak me out! I mean, right on! Your gusto sure is number one!

In case you’re wondering…no, I am not wearing eye black and a helmet as I hover over my laptop, but I am proud (and thankful) to be a part of a team that works hard for our students and for the betterment of Trinity School each and every day. The notion of “Be Together, Not the Same” really resonated with me during pre-planning, and while this is simply one way of looking at this idea, it is a way that I wanted to share with you.

Learner, Thinker, Writer: Hilary Daigre serves the Trinity School community as a First Grade Teacher

 

Revitalized

Part One

Dear Trinity,

I bounced a few ideas (for a post) back and forth several times this week, but feel a simple “Thank you!” to you is best for my first. Thank you for resuscitating my passion for teaching and for providing me with the opportunity to collaborate with, learn from, and teach alongside an amazing group of adults and children. Thank you for exposing me to meaningful professional development and outstanding technology. Thank you for yummy lunches. Thank you for bringing me back together with an old friend and for helping me make new ones. Thank you for showing me that there is more to Twitter than what the Kardashians are doing today.   Thank you for Helen, Ms. Em, our hilarious bunch of kiddos, and the fantastic first grade team. Thank you for supplying me with a place to flourish. For everything you’ve given me and will give me: thank you, thank you, thank you.

Sincerely,

Hilary Daigre

Part Two

We’ve all read the research: Read to children everyday.  Well, my husband and I have read to our 15 month old daughter, Aubrey, since we brought her home from the hospital.  We have been amazed to see her flourish because of this exposure. Any of you with children have seen the same things: knowing to turn the pages one at a time, recognizing when the book is upside down, developing listening skills and a love for reading…it’s so awesome to witness! Pre-Aubrey, the only children I was around were my students, who were at least 4, and sadly, some of them didn’t possess these skills yet. Anyway, this is something that brings me joy and I wanted to share it with you.

Enjoying story time with Daddy

By Aubrey’s expression, you can tell it’s a real page turner 🙂 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Learner, Thinker, Writer: Hilary Daigre serves Trinity School as a First Grade Teacher @adamsdaigre1