Dear Colleagues,
I hope this newsletter finds each of you well. Please know that here at MSAA we know what an extraordinary time this is for each of you, as you prepare for the 2020 - 2021 school year. As you prepare to start remotely, in a hybrid, or in person the logistics are daunting and overwhelming at times, but what I have learned through our weekly Ring Central gatherings, you are resilient, tenacious and deeply committed to your students and staff. Please know that we are here for you and please reach out for help, to brainstorm, or just to chat.
This will be the last edition of Matters until after the start of the school year, hopefully you will find this edition useful as I have included several timely articles that are germane to opening school, building relationships, remote learning tips, whats new with Google, a compelling New York Times podcast on building better schools titled Nice White Parents and finally an article on how teenagers are keeping the discussion on racism in the forefront.
It was clear from our summer work with our book groups that confronting racism is inextricably linked to building better and more responsive schools either remotely, hybrid or in person.
On a final note the MSAA Finance Board is meeting with Commissioner Jeff Riley on Monday, September 17th. If you have concerns and/or questions you would like raised, please email President Kathleen Duff at duffk@newton.k12.ma.us by Friday September 5th.
If you can join Breanna Hodges tomorrow for her workshop titled Lead with Story: A Two-Part Synchronous Online Workshop - Part One (Part 2 - Sept 2) Register for either or both!, Brianna Hodges, Synchronous Online Workshop, Register It should prove to be quite engaging!
On behalf of MSAA and Executive Director, Bill Gaine: Stay safe, stay strong and take time for yourself.
Warm Regards,
Beth
Beth Wittcoff
MSAA Assistant Executive Director
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