Settling in

Today is my third official day on the job (I came in a couple of times last week just to find my way around). I've been spending most of my time the first few days going through paperwork and files. There has been more people coming through as we get closer to opening. I've begun to meet some of the staff, and am getting to know them. Ron, the head of maintenance, has been working hard with his crew to get the school ready. Friday was exciting as our new school bus arrived, and we spent time pushing buttons and opening doors and windows. Steve, Diann, and Angelique have been cleaning carpets and getting the rooms and bathrooms ready. Just yesterday, Jan Zukal began her summer school with some of her students and our new RSP teacher for THMS, Julie Burton, has been coming in to observe Jan's class. I've meet with Lori Gold, and she was happy to find the copying machines up and running without issue. Wendie Roberts, our librarian, and I had a good discussion about Accelerated Reader, and have begun laying out some plans for the upcoming year. Nancy and Gary Anderson dropped by and we discussed some of the schedules and plans for the middle school. I also had an opportunity to talk with our choir teacher, Mrs. Randall, as she brought some materials in to begin getting ready. Also, I've spent a few hours at the district office going over things with Dr. Keiter, and Michelle Dake to make sure all is ready for the openeing of school. All in all, things are shaping up to be another busy year!