MrsPitzeleMSDWT

We sometimes overcomplicate MTSS, but at its core, it’s about giving students what they need, when they need it. MTSS isn’t a rigid system. It moves WITH students. Different paths, same high expectations. Differentiate the journey, not the outcome. #edchat #education #multiplyexcellence

When you look at your school’s data, what happens next? Do you take action—or just talk about it? Because data without urgency is just decoration. The numbers should move you to move. See it. Own it. Fix it.

As much as we love our kids, we can't control that stakeholder group. All of our goals are set around them. When we start setting our goals around what we CAN control (the talent in the building), we'll find better results.

Teachers, you’re allowed to teach with joy. When you bring your passion into the classroom, it shows and it sticks. Teach the standards, yes, but do it in a way that lights you up. Chances are, it’ll light something up in your students too.

In June, we wrapped up our Summer Literacy program, providing extra support in reading to second and third graders across our district. We are grateful for the effort both students and staff put in to make our Summer Literacy Program a success! ☘️

If you’re only using CFA data to confirm what you already believe about students, you’re missing the point. The goal isn’t validation—it’s transformation.

If you're still trying to manage your classroom with just rules and policies, you're missing the point. Classroom management flows from connection — not control.

Powerful reminder! 🙌

Everybody deserves to be royalty for a day! These kiddos loved dressing like kings and queens and having a royal tea party to celebrate their learning!! 👑🤴🏽👸🏾👑

100 days smarter!

@MrsCespedes2 @IndianaTesol @maycehopkins Love that! 💕

@AmandaPitzele @IndianaTesol @maycehopkins Yes!!! 🙌

SO EXCITED to be attending @IndianaTesol conference w/ @maycehopkins #fangirling #DrTeemant 🤩

A wonderful memory from my second grade teacher era from 2014 popped up in my google photo memories. These students were incredible and taught me so much!

I think this is so spot on. There is not a thing on this list that we should not be saying more. If this time in isolation has taught me anything, it’s to appreciate the people in my life more, & to take the opportunity to say it as much as possible. #inspireheartsandminds

Couldn’t agree more… going beyond the book and looking into systems, practices and policies is a must!

Oh no! Our gingerbread man escaped the oven! We had to chase him all throughout the school! Luckily we found him and he left us a surprise of our own individual gingerbread men to decorate!!

Effective classroom management starts with connection, not control. Build belonging, foster inclusion, and cultivate relationships—because engagement is the real game changer.

Today our class read the story Stone Soup and we discussed how everyone can work together to make something better than what we started with. We made friendship soup and thankful placemats to show our appreciation for each other and what we care most about. #togetherisbetter

A special highlight today: A bus driver said he needed my help and I assumed to help a kid. Instead, he wanted to know when Hanukah is this year so he can wish his Jewish families a Happy Hanukah. Truly considerate and inclusive. Not sure how he knows I am, but glad he asked!