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Whiteknact Elementary School Dean of Students

Rhode Island, USA
Joined August 2016
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Pulled into the driveway and my kid yelled, “MOM, MY NEW TOY IS HERE!” Because Amazon.com left it on the doorstep… in its original packaging. 🤦‍♀️ Honestly, Amazon should be banned from doing this during the holidays. #parentproblems 🎁🫠
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✨ Yesterday, our staff received a little reminder of the BIG impact they make each day. These “Remember Why” envelopes are a place to keep notes, drawings, and moments that bring joy and remind us of the heart of our work—our students. 💛
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🚨 Big News! Whiteknact is a Top 5 elementary schools in RI for cutting chronic absenteeism! In 2023–24 our rate was 26%. Last year, we cut it in half—down to 13%! Thanks to our entire crew—admin, staff, families & partners. When Anchors pull together, we change the tide. ⚓️🌊💙
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📚✨ Just finished Where Did All of the Fish Go? — great read! Perfect for anyone wanting to build a stronger, more positive culture — in schools or any workplace. Practical, real, and full of steps you can actually use. Highly recommend! a.co/d/i3kwTrm
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The Whiteknact Crew has their summer assignment! ☀️📸 Everyone is building their own cute DIY ship and bringing it along for a summer adventure! Photos will be shared at our first meeting of the 25-26 school year—can’t wait to see where the S.S. Whiteknact sails this summer! ⚓️
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Culture is: 🧡 How you respond when someone struggles 👀 Whether people feel seen without having to shout 🛠️ How trust is built—or broken—quietly, over time Culture isn’t announced. It's lived.Kindness isn't just something you give -- it's something you live!
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Showcasing the incredible contributions of women past and present.Representation matters! When children see diverse role models, they learn that they, too, can make a difference. Let’s continue to uplift and empower the next generation by sharing these important stories.
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Showcasing the incredible contributions of women past and present.Representation matters! When children see diverse role models, they learn that they, too, can make a difference. Let’s continue to uplift and empower the next generation by sharing these important stories.
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Today was sweet as we celebrated our incredible staff on National Hot Chocolate Day! ☕️ 🍫 Nothing warms our hearts more than our amazing team—except maybe a delicious cup of hot cocoa! #NationalHotChocolateDay #SweetestTeamEver”
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Did you have any fun on Rubber Ducky Day? We sure did! 🐤
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Whiteknact's first AttenDANCE party was so much fun! I can't wait to see which class has the best attendance for November! @RIDeptEd @attendanceworks #attendance #bepresentbepowerful
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Happy National Principals Month! Sending a huge thank you to all the incredible principals who lead with dedication and inspire our students and educators every day. Your impact is invaluable! #ThankAPrincipal #NationalPrincipalsMonth
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Please vote for my daughter as @goodhousemag 's Baby of the Year! We appreciate all the votes and shares! Thank you! babyoftheyear.org/2024/sadie…
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Do you remember when you joined X? I do! #MyXAnniversary
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"Teaching is about giving. Control is about getting." - Easy to Love, Difficult to Discipline
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Every now and then, I check my video from 2020. It's so crazy to think that it is just 7K views short of hitting a million! Turn your PDF or hard copy worksheet into an editable digital worksheet: youtu.be/sd_QN3Jcnao?si=-yoG…
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Educators, how do we balance being a sage on the stage and a guide on the side?
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