Life's NOT One Big To-Do List

Sometimes life seems like one big to-do list.  Camp is done.  Check.  Walk-a-thon is done.  Check.  Parent Teacher Conferences are done.  Check.  There's a huge sigh of relief when we can check things off of our to-do list.  However, I sometimes have to remind myself that life is not a to-do list.  When it becomes one, it might be a sign that we're too busy and unbalanced.  

Habit 7 would remind us that balance feels best.  When's the last time you felt balanced across all four dimensions: heart, body, mind, and soul?  We can be unbalanced for a while but not long term.  How would you define a balanced, four dimensional life?  As leaders, how can we help you explore these dimensions to be more successful?  Students often think that this is the easiest habit but that is a misnomer.  Sharpening the Saw takes continual reflection, mindfulness, and practice.  Our hope is this weekend you take some time to Sharpen the Saw.   

Big Rocks:

Thank you to all of the hard work you put into conferences.  Your hard work is appreciated by many!

There is a district-wide vocal festival concert this Thursday, November 19 at Churchill High School. The Livonia music program is trying to boost choir participation, particularly at Frost and Churchill. Vocal students are encouraged to attend.  There will be two Cooper concerts coming in December.

Bill and Sarah are co-chairing Youth Making a Difference again this year.  We will be holding a very short assembly this week to introduce the program and encourage students to participate.  We'll let you know the day and times asap.

We've had some interest from parents in helping with clubs.  Please let us know if you are interested.  We will keep you posted.

Please join us to celebrate Sherry Aronson at Logan's from 4:00-8:00 on November 19th.

Calendar for the Week of November 16:

Monday: 8:00 Career Day Meeting in the LMC

               8:00 Make-up PD for 6th Grade Camp Teachers "The Power of Nonfiction Writing."

               11:45 Student Lighthouse

Tuesday: 6:30 PTA in the LMC 

                3:45 Lighthouse Team

Wednesday: 8:00 IST

                     11:15/12:05 PTA Leaders

Thursday: 8:00 Staff Meeting (Interactive Data Projectors in Bill's Room)

                 11:00-1:00 Curriculum Advisory at CO (Sarah)

                 1:00-4:30 Elementary Principals' Meeting at CO (Sarah and Kristi)

                  4:00-8:00 Sherry Aronson Retirement Party

                 7:00 District-wide Vocal Festival at Churchill High School

Friday:8:00 Farmers Insurance bringing snacks 

           8:45 LEAD Time Meet with Accountability Partners