Our new teachers are cultivating the skills to become lifelong learners at their first meeting of the year with Kevin Wolf, Director of LASEC! 👏 This commitment to continuous growth empowers our staff to inspire dreams. #D83Shines
6 months ago, Robert Junna
A photo of new teachers gathered in the district Board room for their first meeting of the year, led by Kevin Wolf, Director of LASEC. The group is seated around the conference table, actively engaged in professional development to cultivate lifelong learning skills. The image highlights the staff's commitment to continuous growth and their mission to inspire student dreams.
A photo of new teachers gathered in the district Board room for their first meeting of the year, led by Kevin Wolf, Director of LASEC. The group is seated around the conference table, actively engaged in professional development to cultivate lifelong learning skills. The image highlights the staff's commitment to continuous growth and their mission to inspire student dreams.
Our district is offering valuable PD on AI tools in Seesaw! This is part of our commitment to cultivating lifelong learners and empowering all students. We're building a brighter future together! 💻🌟 #D83Shines
6 months ago, Robert Junna
A screenshot of a virtual professional development session held on Google Meet. The image displays the digital interface with district staff engaged in training on new AI tools within the Seesaw platform. The scene illustrates the district's commitment to leveraging technology to cultivate lifelong learners and empower students for a brighter future.
Great monthly meeting with TLCs & the Tech Dept! We're building our future together by tackling an "enemy of efficacy: Isolation" through collaboration. ✨ #D83Shines
6 months ago, Robert Junna
A photo of a small group of a Technology Learning Coach (TLC) and Tech Department members gathered in the district Board Room for a monthly meeting. The team is collaborating closely to break down professional isolation, demonstrating a united commitment to building the future through shared efficacy and teamwork.
A photo of a small group of a Technology Learning Coach (TLC) and Tech Department members gathered in the district Board Room for a monthly meeting. The team is collaborating closely to break down professional isolation, demonstrating a united commitment to building the future through shared efficacy and teamwork.
A photo of a pair of a Technology Learning Coach and a Tech Department member gathered in the district Board Room for a monthly meeting. The team is collaborating closely to break down professional isolation, demonstrating a united commitment to building the future through shared efficacy and teamwork.
A photo of a small group of a Technology Learning Coach (TLC) and Tech Department members gathered in the district Board Room for a monthly meeting. The team is collaborating closely to break down professional isolation, demonstrating a united commitment to building the future through shared efficacy and teamwork.
Excited to see our P.E. Subject Area Committee working on curriculum updates! This collaborative effort is key to ensuring our students achieve their full potential and build their physical well-being. #D83Shines ✨
6 months ago, Robert Junna
A photo of a handout document featuring images of large chart paper filled with curriculum development notes from the P.E. Subject Area Committee. The document captures the brainstorming process and handwritten plans for physical education updates, illustrating the detailed, collaborative work being done to help students achieve their full potential and improve physical well-being.
2nd graders in Ms. Stephenson's class checking out some books today! Our Spartans LOVE to read, and we love that they do!
6 months ago, Jason Smith
A young boy in a white polo shirt and blue zip-up hoodie holds two books he has selected from the library. In the foreground, he proudly displays a "World of Reading" Level 1 book featuring Spider-Man, and tucked behind it is a larger book titled "Inside the World of Roblox." The background is softly blurred, showing the neutral-toned walls of the library or classroom.
Two young girls in school uniforms stand in a library aisle, smiling as they show off the books they have selected. The girl in the foreground holds a "Pete the Cat and the Lost Tooth" book and a "Frozen" Step into Reading book, while the girl behind her holds a book titled "Ghostly Towns" and a yellow flyer. In the background, other students in similar white polo shirts are lined up near the doorway, and the library setting is visible with tan walls and dark office furniture
Three young boys stand in a school library, each proudly showing off their selected books. In the center, a boy with glasses holds a "Pokémon: Battle with the Ultra Beast" graphic novel and a Spider-Man book. To his left, another boy holds a Pokémon "Legendary and Mythical" guidebook, while a third boy stands in the background holding a Sonic the Hedgehog book. The background features long rows of bookshelves filled with children's books and educational posters.
A young boy in a dark blue sweater sits at a long library table, looking towards the camera while holding a Pokémon "Legendary and Mythical" guidebook. Around him, several other elementary-aged students are seated, browsing through a wide variety of colorful children's books spread across the table, including titles about sharks, soccer, penguins, and bears. In the background, rows of bookshelves filled with books line the library walls under bright, even lighting.
Four elementary school students stand in a library, each displaying the books they have chosen. From left to right: a boy in a navy zip-up holds a book about snakes; a boy in a white polo holds "How to Catch a Monster" and "How to Catch a Reindeer"; a girl in a navy sweater holds a "Baby-sitters Little Sister" graphic novel; and a boy in the background holds an "Elephant & Piggie" treasury. The library setting behind them features rows of bookshelves and study areas.
Excited to see our staff's collaborative work on the work of the CCC, MTSS, literacy, tech badging, & innovation, building on our commitment to continuous growth for all! 🚀 #D83Shines
6 months ago, Robert Junna
A slideshow GIF highlighting diverse staff teams engaged in collaborative professional development. The frames transition through groups working on the CCC, refining MTSS strategies, developing literacy initiatives, pursuing tech badging, and exploring educational innovation. The images capture a productive and focused atmosphere, illustrating the district's commitment to continuous growth for all.
Exploring solutions with our Curriculum Coordinating Council! 💡 We're discussing the work of our subject area committees to ensure every student has access to the resources they need, showing our dedication to our long-term goals. #D83Shines ✨
6 months ago, Robert Junna
A photo of the Curriculum Coordinating Council (CCC) meeting in the district Board Room. The members are seated around the large conference table, actively discussing the work of various subject area committees to ensure student access to necessary resources. The image highlights a focused, collaborative environment dedicated to achieving the district's long-term academic goals.
Great work by the D83 Innovation Committee! 🚀 We're focused on smart solutions for our staff, advancing our commitment to a positive and successful school year by aligning our valuable resources. #D83Shines
6 months ago, Robert Junna
A photo of the D83 Innovation Committee gathered in the district Board Room to discuss smart solutions for staff. The group is seated around the conference table, actively collaborating to align resources for a positive and successful school year. The image captures a forward-thinking atmosphere as the team works to implement strategic improvements for the district.
A photo of the D83 Innovation Committee gathered in the district Board Room to discuss smart solutions for staff. The group is seated around the conference table, actively collaborating to align resources for a positive and successful school year. The image captures a forward-thinking atmosphere as the team works to implement strategic improvements for the district.
A photo of the D83 Innovation Committee gathered in the district Board Room to discuss smart solutions for staff. The group is seated around the conference table, actively collaborating to align resources for a positive and successful school year. The image captures a forward-thinking atmosphere as the team works to implement strategic improvements for the district.
A photo of the D83 Innovation Committee gathered in the district Board Room to discuss smart solutions for staff. The group is seated around the conference table, actively collaborating to align resources for a positive and successful school year. The image captures a forward-thinking atmosphere as the team works to implement strategic improvements for the district.
A photo of the D83 Innovation Committee gathered in the district Board Room to discuss smart solutions for staff. The group is seated around the conference table, actively collaborating to align resources for a positive and successful school year. The image captures a forward-thinking atmosphere as the team works to implement strategic improvements for the district.
Staff learning the new math curriculum & co-teaching best practices! Excited to see this collaborative work to support student growth. 🤝 #D83Shines ✨
6 months ago, Robert Junna
A slideshow GIF featuring district staff gathered in various locations across the district for professional development. The frames transition through groups of teachers actively learning the new math curriculum and exploring co-teaching best practices. The images capture a collaborative atmosphere as educators work together to enhance strategies for student growth.
🌱 Our Life Skills & Wellbeing team (Formerly SEL SAC) is helping students grow in self-awareness & emotional intelligence 💡 #D83Shines
6 months ago, Robert Junna
A group photo of the Life Skills & Wellbeing team members smiling together.
A group photo of the Life Skills & Wellbeing team members smiling together.
A group photo of two of the Life Skills & Wellbeing team members smiling together.
A group photo of the Life Skills & Wellbeing team members smiling together.
🚀 Our Tech Learning Coaches are teaming up to build an async PD program as part of their WIGs—supporting growth & collaboration! #D83Shines ✨
6 months ago, Robert Junna
Photo showing the Tech Learning Coaches collaborating in a bright workspace, working together on a laptop to design an asynchronous professional development program.
Photo showing Tech Learning Coach, Cait Kotarski in a bright workspace, showing an example of a Tech Tumbler, an asynchronous professional development program.
What do Scott teachers do on delayed start Wednesdays? They LEARN & GROW, just like our Spartans do when they're at school!
6 months ago, Jason Smith
A group of educators is gathered in a modern, well-organized school workspace for a collaborative meeting. Several staff members sit at large, curved grey tables, engaged in discussion with laptops and documents open before them. The room is equipped with extensive metal shelving units holding numerous clear storage bins filled with educational supplies, and a mobile charging cart is visible in the background near a set of wooden double doors.
Four staff members sit around a large, semi-circular white table in a bright, modern school workspace. They are engaged in collaborative work, with some writing on documents and others using tablets or laptops. Colorful tumblers and water bottles sit on the table alongside markers and sticky notes. In the background, metal industrial shelving is packed with various educational storage bins and boxes, and a large window looks out into a hallway.
A female educator stands at the front of a modern classroom or professional development space, leading a presentation for a group of seated staff members. She is gesturing toward a large digital screen displaying "Definitions" for high-leverage and low-leverage instructional techniques. The participants are seated at curved white tables with laptops and notebooks. To the right, a black bulletin board features "STEM LAB SAFETY RULES," and the background includes organized metal shelving filled with clear storage bins.
Awesome to see Scott School staff embracing continuous growth! Their PD on new curriculum helps us cultivate lifelong learners. 🚀 #D83Shines
6 months ago, Robert Junna
A large group of educators is seated at rectangular tables in a spacious school library for a professional development session titled "Mannheim Math Curriculum Implementation: Session 2," which is displayed on a large projection screen. The staff members are working on laptops and engaged in discussions. The room is lined with tall bookshelves, and a cozy seating area with tan armchairs is visible in the foreground.
A wide-angle, eye-level shot captures a group of approximately 30 adults gathered in a well-lit school library for a presentation. The participants are seated at long wooden tables and in comfortable armchairs, all facing a large projector screen at the front of the room displaying a login page. Bookshelves filled with colorful children's books line the walls, and a sign reading "Everybody Books" is visible in the background. The atmosphere appears collaborative and focused, typical of a professional development workshop or community meeting.
So proud of our BPAC parent group meeting for the 2025-26 school year! Their family involvement truly helps us build our collective future and inspire dreams. 💡 #D83Shines
6 months ago, Robert Junna
Photo of a group of parents and educators smiling and engaged at the 2025-26 BPAC parent group meeting. The atmosphere is collaborative and positive, highlighting family involvement in the school community.
Photo of a group of parents and educators smiling and engaged at the 2025-26 BPAC parent group meeting. The atmosphere is collaborative and positive, highlighting family involvement in the school community.
The best part about the start of the school year is exploring new things! Check out 5th graders checking out instruments in Mr. Temple's music class!
6 months ago, Jason Smith
A young girl with long, dark wavy hair stands in a music room, smiling while holding a gold-colored saxophone. She is wearing a dark navy blue sweatshirt and matching pants, with a light blue smartwatch on her wrist. Behind her, rows of white cubbies are filled with black instrument cases, and several black music chairs and stands are positioned throughout the room.
Two young students stand in a music room, each holding a woodwind instrument. On the left, a girl with long curly hair and glasses holds a silver flute vertically while leaning against a light-wood cabinet with a blue countertop. On the right, another student holds a black clarinet. Between them on the counter sits a bright red, square-shaped plastic chair with a piece of paper resting on it. Both students are dressed in white polo shirts and navy blue pants.
A teacher wearing glasses and a grey sweater assists a group of students in a music storage room. A young girl with long, wavy brown hair, seen from behind, plays a brass trombone. Standing nearby are two other students—one in a navy blue sweatshirt and another wearing white-rimmed sunglasses on her head—watching the demonstration. The room is lined with white shelving units containing various black instrument cases.
A group of four students is gathered around a xylophone in a music classroom. Three students are actively playing the instrument using blue-tipped mallets, while a fourth student in a navy blue polo shirt watches from the foreground. To their right, a large white whiteboard displays handwritten notes. In the background, various percussion instruments and music posters are visible, creating an engaging learning environment.
Two students in white polo shirts are practicing on a brass snare drum in a classroom. The student on the right is using a wire brush to play the drumhead, while the student on the left holds a drumstick, ready to play. In the background, a large digital screen displays a countdown timer set to 00:05:16.
Two young students practice with brass instruments in a music classroom decorated with a purple musical-themed bulletin board. In the foreground, a student with her hair in a bun and wearing a white polo shirt and navy blue skirt leans over a large tuba, focusing on the valves. In the background, a second student with long curly hair and glasses holds a French horn. Both students are wearing white polo shirts and dark pants or skirts, the school's uniform.
The world famous Jim "Basketball" Jones came to visit Scott this morning, and it was a BLAST! Check out more pics on Class Dojo! What a GREAT way to start the school year off on the right foot! For more info on Jim, go to: https://www.jimbasketballjones.com
6 months ago, Jason Smith
A young student in a white polo shirt and dark pants successfully balances a spinning orange and blue basketball on a thin stick held in her mouth. She stands with a focused smile and hands held near her chest. To her right, a man in a blue polo shirt and black athletic pants watches the demonstration. In the background, a equipment cart holds books titled "Bouncy" and additional basketballs against a blue textured wall.
A young male student in a white polo shirt and dark pants stands on a gymnasium floor, holding a red stick topped with a spinning orange and blue basketball. He is looking toward a man in a blue polo shirt and black pants who stands to his left, watching the demonstration. In the background, other students sit on the floor, and a rolling cart displays books titled "Bouncy" and additional basketballs against a blue wall.
A smiling young boy with curly hair participates in a school assembly in a gymnasium. He stands on a wooden floor, holding a red stick topped with a spinning orange basketball. To his left, a woman in a bright yellow t-shirt and black pants claps enthusiastically in encouragement. Another student is seated on the floor in the foreground, watching the performance. In the background, a blue wall and a rolling equipment cart filled with basketballs and books from the "Bouncy" series are visible.
A joyful student in a white polo shirt and dark shorts stands on a stage during an assembly, excitedly holding an orange and blue basketball. To his right, a man in a blue polo shirt and black trousers mimics the action, holding a similar basketball near his shoulder. Behind them, a rolling cart displays books from the "Bouncy" series and a white plush toy against a blue paneled wall. A group of students is visible in the foreground, watching the performance from the floor.
A man in a blue polo shirt and black athletic pants stands in front of a blue wall, carefully balancing an orange and blue basketball on the forehead of a young student. The student, wearing a white polo shirt, tilts his head back to assist with the balance. In the background, a rolling equipment cart displays children's books from the "Bouncy" series and a white plush toy. A group of students is visible in the foreground, seated on the floor and watching the demonstration.
A man in a blue polo shirt and black pants stands on a stage, assisting a young female student with a basketball trick. The man holds a red stick with a spinning orange and blue basketball on top, while the student, wearing a white polo shirt and a navy blue skirt with a sweater tied around her waist, reaches up to touch the spinning ball with her fingers. They are positioned in front of a blue paneled wall, with a rolling cart nearby displaying "Bouncy" series children's books.
A student in a white polo shirt and a navy blue cardigan stands on a gym floor, holding out both arms horizontally. In each hand, he holds a stick with a large, spinning, gold-colored basketball on top. He is positioned in front of a blue wall and a rolling cart filled with "Bouncy" series children's books and other basketball equipment. A crowd of students is partially visible in the foreground, watching the performance.
A man in a blue polo shirt and black pants stands on a gymnasium floor, looking upward while juggling three orange and blue basketballs. He is performing in front of a blue paneled wall for a group of students seated on the floor in the foreground. In the background, a rolling equipment cart displays children's books from the "Bouncy" series alongside a white plush toy.
A large group of elementary school students, dressed in white polo shirts and dark pants, sit cross-legged on a polished wooden gymnasium floor. They are attentively facing a presenter in a blue shirt who stands on the right side of the frame. Several adults and staff members are positioned along the white cinderblock walls in the background, near blue padded wall mats and large windows. The scene captures a school assembly or presentation in a bright, modern athletic facility.
A man in a bright blue polo shirt stands at the front of a gymnasium, addressing a large group of elementary school students seated on the wooden floor. The students are mostly dressed in white polo shirts and dark pants, watching the speaker attentively. To the right of the speaker, a rolling equipment cart holds several orange and blue basketballs, a white plush toy, and displayed children's books from the "Bouncy" series. The room features high ceilings with industrial lighting, large windows, and blue wall mats.
Enger, MMS, Roy, Scott, & Westdale had an amazing first week! 🎉 The excitement in classrooms & halls is a great start on our journey to empower every student to embrace learning. #D83Shines
7 months ago, Robert Junna
A celebratory slideshow gif of photos featuring students and staff from Enger, MMS, Roy, Scott, and Westdale schools during an energetic first week of classes, highlighting a positive and empowering learning environment.
Great to see Scott School students ready to embrace learning! We are committed to helping them reach their full potential. 💻📚 #D83Shines
7 months ago, Robert Junna
A row of young students in school uniforms and backpacks stands against a hallway wall, with one student in the center mid-yawn. A male staff member in a light blue shirt and tie stands to the left, looking toward the children. The wall is decorated with a colorful rainbow border and pencil-shaped name tags.
A brightly lit elementary school classroom filled with diverse second-grade students sitting at their desks on the first day of school. The students, wearing white polo shirts, are surrounded by school supplies like crayons and name tags. A female teacher stands at the front of the room next to a large digital screen displaying a welcome message dated August 13, 2025. The room features blue flooring, organized shelves, and educational posters on the walls.
A long line of young elementary school students sits against a tiled hallway wall with their backpacks. Two adult women, one in a tie-dye shirt and the other in a blue dress, stand in the middle of the hallway facing the children. The polished floor reflects the overhead lights, and a colorful rainbow border runs along the top of the wall.
A bright school hallway filled with students and staff during what appears to be a morning arrival or transition period. In the center, a smiling young girl with a pink backpack walks toward the camera, while a male staff member in a light blue dress shirt and tie high-fives students further down the hall. Two women, one in a tie-dye shirt and another with white hair in a striped blouse, stand in the foreground watching the activity. The walls are decorated with colorful student name tags and artwork.
A long, brightly lit school hallway with tan lockers lining the walls on both sides. In the foreground, two female staff members stand in doorways on opposite sides of the hall; the woman on the left wears a purple t-shirt and gives a thumbs-up, while the woman on the right wears an olive green shirt and waves at the camera. Several other staff members are visible further down the corridor, which has a polished, reflective floor and white cinderblock walls.
A cluster of iridescent soap bubbles floats in the foreground, catching the sunlight in front of a concrete walkway. In the background, a few people walk along a path near a street with a red car and residential houses under a clear blue sky.
A few pics from our "Meet the Teacher" and "Kindergarten Round Up" events at Scott tonight! We can't wait to get the 25-26 school year started tomorrow!
7 months ago, Jason Smith
A Kindergarten classroom filled with young students and their parents seated at small white tables during an orientation or open house event. At the front of the room, a female teacher in a black-and-white patterned dress holds up a book while standing next to a large digital screen displaying a class schedule. The classroom is highly organized with educational posters, a colorful alphabet border, and various learning stations filled with toys and supplies.
A Kindergarten classroom orientation session where parents and children sit together at small, white rectangular tables. At the front of the room, a female teacher wearing olive-colored pants and a white sleeveless top gestures toward a large digital screen displaying a class schedule. The room features gray walls decorated with colorful triangular banners, organized storage cubbies filled with supplies, and several large windows showing a view of the neighborhood outside.
In a bright school hallway, a group of staff members and parents gather near a long yellow attendance bulletin board. To the right, a staff member in a black shirt gestures toward a student near a colorful rainbow balloon arch. The scene is lively, with people engaged in conversation and the polished floor reflecting the overhead lights.
A classroom on orientation night with several parents and children gathered around desks and standing near a row of lockers. A teacher in a light-colored blouse stands near the back, gesturing toward the room while talking to a group. The room features blue flooring, a colorful handprint rug in the corner, and large windows with closed blinds.
Two young elementary school students in white polo shirts and blue skirts stand in front of a colorful "WELCOME BACK TO SCHOOL" photo booth in a school hallway. One student holds a gold "2" balloon, while the other holds a large, smiling pencil-shaped balloon. The backdrop is framed by a vibrant rainbow balloon arch, and the hallway features a polished floor with blue and tan accents.
A female teacher in a black-and-white zebra-print sleeveless dress sits on a colorful, patterned rug with a group of young students in a bright classroom. She holds a blue bin and engages in a conversation with the five children seated in a circle around her. The classroom background features various learning stations, desks with supplies, and educational materials.
An adult woman in a zebra-print dress stands at the front of a brightly lit kindergarten classroom, addressing a small group of parents and children during an orientation or open house.  The room is organized with clusters of small desks, colorful storage bins, and educational posters. A digital screen displays a "Schedule" while a whiteboard to the right features a "Welcome to Kindergarten" sign. The atmosphere is professional yet welcoming, capturing a typical back-to-school informational session.
A female teacher in a white top and olive pants presents to a group of parents and children during an orientation in a modern, well-organized classroom.  The teacher stands at the front of the room next to a large interactive digital display showing a "Welcome to our Class" slide. Parents and children are seated at various instructional tables or standing along the perimeter, observing the presentation. The room is decorated with colorful pennants, educational posters, and number charts, creating an engaging and professional learning environment.
A teacher in a blue floral top leads an orientation for families in a cheerful, colorful classroom. She stands at the front by a large digital screen that displays a "Schedule | Horario" slide in both English and Spanish.  Parents and young children are seated together at several group tables, which are organized with colorful bins and learning materials. The room is filled with educational displays, including a "Kinder" welcome sign, a play cottage, and various cubbies and storage units. The setting highlights a collaborative and multilingual school environment prepared for the new academic year.
Enger, MMS, Roy, Scott & Westdale welcomed families today 😊 Students met their teachers & felt ready to shine this year after dropping off supplies! #D83Shines
7 months ago, Robert Junna
A photo slideshow gif of Supply drop off in the hallways with parents at Enger, MMS, Roy, Scott, and Westdale schools