I saw a tweet last night that made me think of something that should be important to us all. In summary it pretty much asked what do you want to be known for…or what do you want your reputation to be as an educator. Do you want to be known as the person that did all they could to help their students…or do you want to be known as the person that played “got ya” with your students? Do you want to be known as the person that worked tirelessly to uplift their school community…or do you want to be the known gossip with your school community? Do you want to be known as the person that asked great questions when you are challenged to innovate…or do you want to be known as the person that stood in the way of any positive progress? These are all good questions. If you are reflective you can simply ask yourself the question: Where do I fall? As we move to make Naaman Forest the best high school in Garland ISD we have to relentlessly seek greatness. In order to be the best we have to be great in the classroom, but it takes so much more. Are you willing to do what it takes to be great?
Last week was a busy week and I want to thank everyone who worked so hard to make it successful. We had lots of visitors throughout the week and they couldn’t say enough about each of you and our great students. The secret is out! Naaman Forest is the place to be!
Shout out to Mrs. Prettyman and her team for putting on a wonderful musical. So much work goes into putting on a production of this magnitude. Thanks!
Another big shout out goes to our Counseling department. They worked tirelessly last week to get students signed up for the FAFSA as well as getting our students to make application for college. Their “next” is so important.
We will have our CTE Fair Thursday and Friday. More info will be coming about this event.
Have a great week!
We Are Naaman
Mr. O’Neill, your blog hit home with me this morning. Just last night, I attended the visitation for the husband of my second grade teacher! As I spoke to her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, I told them how much she had meant to me. Even as an 8-year-old child, she exemplified everything I wanted to become in my career. She inspired me to teach for 40 years! Mrs. Bennett is 92, and I would say she has a fine legacy! Thank you.