Last Friday post for the summer-August 22

The back to school dreams are starting. Some of us have to be a bit more conscientious about how late we are staying up and the pressure of the back to school shopping commercials "forced" me to go out and buy a new pair of Nike Shox! Yes, it is THAT TIME.

Probably the best advice I can give you, is to make sure you are tuned in and checking the North Faculty/Staff Google Calendar. We continue to post our back to school meeting agendas in the description invites, as well as all of our important deadlines and school commitments throughout the year. Besides your family calendar, this should be something you look at every day and are previewing every week. Staying organized and staying connected will help you be prepared and set up for success.

North's academic growth is on the rise! This is a direct reflection of YOU; the teachers, assistants and coaches that work with our students. Setting high expectations for excellence is a team effort and the more we all believe in this team concept, the more not only you as a professional will thrive, but our students will reap the benefits as well. We are knocking on the door to achieving at levels that are considered the best of all the high schools in Waukesha.

Do I seem competitive? As a washed-up athlete, it is still in my purple blood. But, what I have come to realize is that each one of us controls North's destiny. Each one of us in our preparation and performance has the direct potential to impact our students and their achievement. Period.
Does this feel like pressure to you? It shouldn't, but rather serve as a positive motivator. You have the tools you need to make this happen.

Your leadership, your teamwork, and your focus are poised to set North up for another successful year, as we strive for continuous improvement. Let's take our learners at North to a championship...in academics, athletics or any of their life pursuits. They deserve the best, so do you, and together we can achieve great things!