The Leadership Lens Issue #8
Making Memories and Leaving Legacies
Hello Mustang Families,
At Marshall Leadership Academy, we know that true leaders don’t just look out for themselves—they find ways for everyone to succeed. That’s why we’re excited to focus on Habit 4: Think Win-Win from the 7 Habits of Happy Kids.
Remember, Habit 1: Be Proactive reminds us that we are in charge of our own choices and actions. Habit 2: Begin with the End in Mind teaches us to set goals and think about what we want to accomplish before we start. Habit 3: Put First Things First shows us how to prioritize what matters most and stay focused on what’s important.
Now we are adding Habit 4: Think Win-Win, which is all about finding solutions that make everyone feel good about the outcome. Instead of competing or trying to get ahead at someone else’s expense, Habit 4 teaches students to work together, share, and look for ways where everyone wins.
Habit 4 helps children learn that life is not just about “me”—it’s about we. It teaches them to value fairness, cooperation, and teamwork while building positive relationships with others.
Throughout the school year, our Mustangs will practice Habit 4 by:
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Looking for fair solutions when there’s a disagreement
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Sharing and taking turns with friends and classmates
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Working with teammates so that everyone has a role and feels included
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Celebrating the success of others instead of feeling left out
Teachers will recognize students who demonstrate Habit 4 during our weekly celebrations. By practicing this habit, students develop kindness, empathy, and problem-solving skills—qualities that will help them in school and in life.
Families can reinforce Habit 4 at home by:
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Encouraging children to solve conflicts by talking and listening to each other
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Modeling fairness by making family decisions where everyone has input
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Praising children when they show kindness, cooperation, or teamwork
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Reminding them that helping others succeed makes everyone stronger
At Marshall, we’re helping our Mustangs learn that leadership means lifting others up—not just ourselves. When we Think Win-Win, we discover that the best victories are the ones we share.
📧 Email: lakedra.anderson@gpisd.org
📞 Phone: 972-522-7210
Let’s make it a great year! 💙
Hello again parents,
As your iCoach, I encourage you to take advantage of the fall season to make learning at home engaging and meaningful. Fall offers so many hands-on learning opportunities—go on a nature walk to collect leaves and talk about the changing seasons, or use pumpkins and apples for fun math and science activities like measuring, counting seeds, or observing changes over time. Reading fall-themed books together and writing stories or poems about autumn can boost literacy skills while celebrating the season. Most importantly, enjoy this cozy time of year together—learning happens everywhere, especially when it feels connected to real life and family.
Sincerely,
Your instructional coach
Hello, Marshall Families! Please see our weekly Leadership and Events page for:
🏆Leaders of the Week
🚨SB12 Information & Contest
🗓️Upcoming Events Calendar
🌠GPISD Star-B-Q - 10/2
🎀Pink Out Day - 10/3
👻Spooky Story Night at Dubiski RSVP
📸Picture Day info & purchase link - 10/7
🪇Hispanic Heritage Dress-up Day 10/9
📚Book Fair Dates
🎃Trunk or Treat - 10/30
🍬Candy Donation Flyer
🚙Trunk Volunteer Sign-Up
🔗Link to MySchoolBucks
📱Purchase iPad insurance
📿Purchase house lanyards & badge sleeves
Please check out our weekly Leadership and Events page!
And as always, we’d love for you to support our PTA by becoming a member. Every membership makes a big difference for our students and school community. You can still join by clicking on the PTA Board picture.A big thank-you to everyone who purchased socks during our House Spirit Sock Fundraiser—socks will be delivered to students this Monday and Tuesday! 💙
Mark your calendars for upcoming events:
- 📅 PTA Member Meeting: Tuesday, October 21st
- 📚 Book Fair: October 24–31, 2025
Marshall PTA! 💙
We’re also looking for a passionate, energetic, and friendly volunteer to take on the role of Fundraising Chair! This is a wonderful opportunity to make a real impact on our school community and support our PTA’s planned activities.
Fundraising Chair Responsibilities include:
- Planning fundraisers by researching, proposing, and organizing activities that support the school and PTA goals.
If you’d like to get more involved, please reach out to Hilda Márquez at (469) 682-6422 for more info.
If you have ideas or suggestions, we’d love to hear them! Reach out anytime at marshallleadership.pta@gmail.com.
Please join us in help completing a background check for volunteering on campus, visiting, and joining us for campus events including field trips. This would need to be completed annually.
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