With the school year winding down in areas operating under the traditional calendar, it’s critical that we take full advantage of the time we have left with our students. As professional educators, we are not simply people who teach content standards to help children score well on standardized tests; we are passionate individuals who work hard to promote valuable character traits, social skills, and attitudes. All year we have emphasized these priorities, and the end of the year is our last opportunity to convey powerful messages, review what we have learned together, and achieve a sense of positive closure. Rather than count down the days until summer vacation, we savor each of our remaining days and strive to maximize their value.
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