Diana Dempsey

Scaffolding Think, Pair, Share can help facilitate deep discussions and drive thinking from ALL students. This handy resource is designed to help students master the WHAT, WHY, and HOW of the process. Just one of the bonus freebies I shared in today’s ‘Cognitive Science in Education Conference’. Thanks to @JohnCattEd for hosting.

What does the science of reading look like in high school? Here’s how research-backed practices can get students engaging deeply with texts. 📚 edut.to/3JKyS4j

@kristies126 @WarriorBalasWHS @WHSHappenings Michelle makes every day at Wakefield better! She's every person's dream teacher.

🌟 Teacher Appreciation Week Spotlight 📷 --> Michelle Robinson. Thank you for your dedication and hard work! #TeacherAppreciationWeek #ThankATeacherAtWakefield @WarriorBalasWHS @WHSHappenings

@kristies126 @WarriorBalasWHS @WHSHappenings Impossible to say enough good things about Megan Lordos! She's an incredible teacher and human.

🌟 Teacher Appreciation Week Spotlight 📷 --> Megan Lordos. Thank you for your dedication and hard work! #TeacherAppreciationWeek #ThankATeacherAtWakefield @WarriorBalasWHS @WHSHappenings

@WarriorBalasWHS Allen, when you have your Smithsonian art opening one day, be sure to invite us! Can't wait!

Check our our very first Senior Spotlight for the Class of 2024!! We will be sharing several each week between now and graduation. Our spotlights will showcase a sampling of students nominated by staff.

@kristies126 @WarriorBalasWHS @WHSHappenings I'm thrilled for you, Amma! Congrats on all the hard work you've put into getting where you are today!

Today, we're highlighting an outstanding member of the Class of 2024, Amma Baffour! Let's come together to celebrate their achievements. #WakefieldHSSeniorSpotlight #Classof2024 @WarriorBalasWHS @WHSHappenings

@kristies126 @WarriorBalasWHS @WHSHappenings Couldn't say it better! Ms. Smith is amazing!

🌟 Teacher Appreciation Week Spotlight 📷 --> Catherine Smith. Thank you for your dedication and hard work! #TeacherAppreciationWeek #ThankATeacherAtWakefield @WarriorBalasWHS @WHSHappenings

@kristies126 @WarriorBalasWHS @WHSHappenings There aren't enough words to describe what an incredible gift we have at WHS in Doug Burns!

🌟 Teacher Appreciation Week Spotlight 📷 --> Douglas Burns. Thank you for your dedication and hard work! #TeacherAppreciationWeek #ThankATeacherAtWakefield @WarriorBalasWHS @WHSHappenings

@kristies126 @WarriorBalasWHS @WHSHappenings Wow, this is incredibly touching. Thank you for the kind words!

🌟 Teacher Appreciation Week Spotlight 📷 --> Diana Dempsey. Thank you for your dedication and hard work! #TeacherAppreciationWeek #ThankATeacherAtWakefield @WarriorBalasWHS @WHSHappenings

Sometimes the simplest exercise can help restore focus and calm in the classroom. Try this mindfulness countdown when you and your students need a reset. 🧘‍♂️

Students/Teachers: the Scholastic art & writing awards are open. It's a great chance to explore your creative side and share it with others. If your teacher isn't participating, you can submit on your own this year. @APSGifted @APSArts @APS_ELA @APSGifted_Kat @WarriorBalasWHS

I want to go home and try half of these myself. @APSGifted @APSGifted_Kat

Amazon just opened the finance and accounting externship to both rising juniors and seniors (current 10th & 11th grade students). Space is limited.

Free summer opportunities still available: Amazon's Periscope Finance & Accounting Externship, NOVA Debate Camp, STEM for Her / FAA's aviation day. Details here: wakefield.apsva.us/gifted-opportu… @wakefieldchief @wakefieldptsa @WakeCounselors @principalWHS @APSGifted @WHSHappenings

How can you help students retain their learning? sbee.link/fcjkqr9yng via @teachthought + @MiaMacMeekin #iteach #learning #edutwitter

Knowing how to ask questions and where or how to find information is essential. Inquiry-based learning is a great tool that encourages this skill. sbee.link/bvrmfhqdtu via Experiential Learning Depot #edutwitter #iteach #edu

Teachers: add a little spring to your lesson plans. @APSGifted @APSGifted_Kat @principalWHS

Teachers: a creative and hands-on strategy to get students collaborating and thinking differently: Hexagonal Thinking. cultofpedagogy.com/hexagonal-thin… more explanation / application ideas here: ncte.org/blog/2023/03/g… @APSGifted @APSGifted_Kat @principalWHS

Math teachers: have students with math anxiety? @Edutopia's Instagram posted this interesting research about solutions for students who do well in math but still experience anxiety with the content. @APSGifted @APSGifted_Kat @principalWHS @APSMath

Thank you @APSWLPTA @micheleborba 👀 forward to this! @GeneralsPride @Principal_WLHS @WLHSInstruction @WLHSCounseling @APSGifted @APSGifted_Kat @APSGifted_ALD