Matt Pecic

As usual, Suzanne brings the positive vibe. Listen. Learn. Put into practice. Favorite line from this episode: “Change the trajectory.” Yes, this I can do. This I will do.

Yesterday I started following Tim Urban @waitbutwhy Last night I started The Psychology of Money by @morganhousel Two sharp dudes. Two unrelated events. Both referenced this Bernie Madoff story. Message to not so sharp dude (me) ... This Thanksgiving be grateful, not greedy.

Legit! So captures the emotion of the event: youtu.be/gKQOXYB2cd8

7:00 AM @CBSouthHS today Hundreds in line to vote (Many CB South alumni and families) Made me proud of my community and my country

Sincere thanks to the @DTownRotary, @CBSDSchools community, and all those who have supported me, guided me, and inspired me on this journey. And thank you for all of the comments, texts, and emails. So great to hear from so many. @CBSouthHS

Today ... Met with 4 classes about nonfiction books, Had my first book club of the year (reading The Nickel Boys), And learned how to play Among Us with my Titan Forum. 100% virtual. We laughed and we learned. Today was good.

This or That Game College Research Edition @CBSouthHS Only three lopsided answers: 1.In-state over Out-of-state 2.SAT over ACT 3.Dogs over Cats Too close to call: 1. Math/Sci or English/Humanities 2.Big School or Lil’ School 3.Ketchup or Mustard

I have been in many classes over the last several weeks ... This I know: Teachers still make a difference. Never underestimate the power of one.

@theVogelman We used that same phrase to describe an uncle of mine

Listening to the audio of Treasure Island on the way to school today, I happened upon a favorite sentence that I had to look up in a paper copy in the library: "You cannot imagine a house in such a state of smash." 😄 What a fun way to describe a ransacked house!

Non-traditional librarian talk today @CBSouthHS ... Juggling and card tricks with Mrs. Riley’s class, both our “studio audience” (in-person students) and “our viewers at home” (virtual students) were actively engaged. Life is good when school is fun. #relationshipsmatter

@mrspirolliCBart @CBTamanendMS Dang. Very cool!

7th gr. Ss @CBTamanendMS finished their first unit on Identity, using line design and Graffiti to demonstrate their names!

Teaching 2020 @CBSouthHS ... Mrs. Malick, classroom teacher, on screen Mrs. Foladare, TA, monitoring and assisting in class Me, giving library talk, in class Hybrid 1 students in-person Other students participating virtually on screen Teamwork and technology @CBSDSchools

Met with Ms. Reisinger’s 10th grade classes yesterday for first in-person book talks of the year @CBSouthHS Virtual and video book talks work, but there is nothing like being in front of a room full (or even half full) of students ... This I missed most.

When your principal makes decisions that are “thoughtful and compassionate” and based on what is “best for students and staff” you know you are in the right place. I am in the right place @CBSouthHS Thanks Mr. Bucher and @jmopdyke for your support, in your words and your actions.

The unsung heroes of our schools!! Too often ... Underappreciated Undervalued Underpaid Yet, always there for our students, our teachers, and our administrators. Much love and appreciation for all you do.

@cbjjaffe @CBSouthHS Thanks to you and your team for the tools, tech, and training to help make it happen!!

@MattPecic Good luck to you and @CBSouthHS!

The first day of school is the first day of school. No matter the date. No matter the reason. No matter what. Was up at 3:10 this morning Wide awake Thinking about the day Anxious Excited Eager The students will be in the building ... and man did I miss them!

Students first day back @CBSouthHS Great to see so many familiar eyes, ears, and hair!

Met with a few young teachers this week. Great to see them getting educated on their finances. Sent one a copy of the book that made it happen for me. Wish I had this info when I was in my 20’s (or even 30’s), but it is never too late to start. Thanks @teachretirerich