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Our PBIS system will set students and teachers up for being positive during the school day.  Joy, the bus driver had a similar function to the teachers in the school, who may coach and teach strategies for staying positive.

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Positivity, growth mindset, mindfulness, living with intention

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This book really connects with the purpose of TV. The five rules create positive drivers of life that are compassionate to their passengers and live with an intention to spread that positivity and love.

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Bus Driver - Motivator and Inspire
George - Growth Mindset, he experienced struggle along the way. There wasn't immediate success.
He set goals for himself. and there was always a plan in mind before he began a day.

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A connection with the school purpose in empowering compassionate learners who live with intention.

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Growth mindset-you are able to turn your day around even if it doesn't start the way that you would have like it to. Positive mindset will lead to a positive culture in our school.

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*Motivate & Inspire: Motivation and inspiration in the positive energy!!
*Growth Mindset: George messed up and had to try again. Messing up is part of learning.
*Community: all the people on the bus.  Bus drivers.
*Self & Social Awareness: All of this.
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A great example of how we can give kids the tools to be compassionate and feel empowered so that they are ready to take the risks necessary to be life long learners.

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Students who are driving the positive bus are living with intention.

I saw opportunities to teach the buffalo behaviors weaved throughout the book. Self-Awareness is an especially difficult concept for students to conceptualize but this book really gives them tools to understand it.

It connects to all of the core values because it helps children understand that we're in charge of our attitude and it affects those around us. We can grow, be inspired, come together, and feel and show value.

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I love how the story teachers/demonstrates empowerment for students. It is important for our students to know that they are in control of their own feelings, positivity, a nd lives

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If we stay positive and encouraging, the will be an amazing journey to create a kind, respectful and responsible community at Thunder Vista.

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- positive
- pro-active
- community
- connection

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Joy should work at Thunder Vista! :) Joy taught George many of the core values and buffalo behaviors.

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One connection was that "everyone has value!"

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One connection was that "everyone has value!"

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Also "risk-taking and perseverance!"

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I listen to people if they're in a storm. See if they need a lifeboat, and try to see the light in the midst of the storm for people.

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I make sure to value everyone’s ideas and differences. Always be patient and be kind :)

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Listening and providing support when others are faced with a challenge. Keeping an open mind and offer positive thoughts when others feel down

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Trying to always point out the positive in each situation to keep a positive vibe among my team!

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I contribute by attempting to establish positive relationships with our staff. I try to find out more about them, what they like, and what type of positive things I can do for them to make them know I care for them and that they can count on me!

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I contribute by attempting to establish positive relationships with our staff. I try to find out more about them, what they like, and what type of positive things I can do for them to make them know I care for them and that they can count on me!

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Keeping kids in mind when making decisions. Always stay focused on the students and what is best for them

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-Believe in people
-Help
-Show interest in them
-Predict needs
-Show kindness and patience

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I try to do the best work that I can, and anticipate needs or problems that might come up. Planning is always helpful in contributing to success.

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Be supportive and encouraging.

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Providing positive energy, feedback, and support to the people in my life. Problem solving. Assuming positive intent.

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Providing positive energy, feedback, and support to the people in my life. Problem solving. Assuming positive intent.

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By being a positive person who listens to all ideas and learns from everyone. I like to build relationships with all members of the community-team members, other staff, students and families.

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As the music teacher I have a lot of opportunities to be a team player. This can mean organizing performances, running music for a school dance, school wide sing alongs etc. Music is a reflection of the human experience and human need connection with one another.

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I am dependable and will always work to put kids first.  My own children, and my students.  I am collaborative and always willing to share ideas and resources with my team.  Together we can always achieve more!

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My contributions as a team player are energy, bringing people together and new ideas.

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I can contribute by be accepting, friendly, and genuine. I can put myself out there to help others

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Thinking of things they are thankful for/things that have made them happy

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Shed more importance on their growth instead of their struggles with different concepts

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Model as a teacher how you would use positive energy to outweigh negative.  Strategies to get through a tough time such as take a deep breath.

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Think of all the good things, remind yourself of what's real and true vs. things that aren't.

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Keeping track of positive things that happen throughout their day by writing or drawing when they feel they have done something positive.

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Positive self talk. If a bully says something negative about you, say something positive about yourself. This can be inside your head or out loud.

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-Sometimes not knowing can make us feel negative. Our brains can work that way and think about what could go wrong when we just don't know. It's important to recognize when we are filling in the blanks with negative what ifs and replace them with positive visions of what can happen.

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Blessings jar or a thankful jar. I have also done a jar of rocks lesson and talk about looking on the bright side of the negative things or things that weigh us down.

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In music students have had experiences where they make mistakes in front of others and become very scared to share or participate. I talk about moving past the negative because you could miss out on a fun opportunity if you are hung up on a negative. Encouraging them to be focus on the next task or the current task/ the new opportunity to be successful.

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Sometimes when I would get down on myself, like when I lost a few games and the lead during a set, I reminded myself that I had shots that had worked, and to stay with what had been successful previously.  I needed to keep trying.

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Celebrating their gifts!  With this particular student, she was a struggling reader, but she was a technology rockstar!  We could make her feel valued and have a positive self worth by celebrating her gifts and supporting her with her struggles!

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An example might be reflecting on a time when no matter what they tried to be positive, the circumstance didn't turn out the way they desired. As we know, this WILL happen to EVERYONE and many students may not know how to approach disappointment. 

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An example might be reflecting on a time when no matter what they tried to be positive, the circumstance didn't turn out the way they desired. As we know, this WILL happen to EVERYONE and many students may not know how to approach disappointment. 

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When I am feeling down, I think it is important to reflect back on a moment when you felt proud, confident or happy.

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To create a welcoming and nurturing classroom where students feel comfortable taking risks and are excited to come everyday!

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When I got the job offer for Thunder Vista I felt so incredibly great and was super excited!

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When my students reach a goal that they have been working on. That "aha" moment in teaching.

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Reaching my goal time when running my last race!

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A time of success for me has been watching my children (home and school) learn, grow and feel success of their own!

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Connecting with new colleagues and moving towards a common goal

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Defending my dissertation

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A time I felt successful and made me smile was when I was welcomed into the Thunder Vista family!

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Getting hired here!!  :-)

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I am really happy with how my presentations have gone. I have received compliments which have filled my bucket & heart!

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I have felt a little anxious when picturing my new role at Thunder Vista. Since everything is new, the possible visions were vast. Once I met all of you on Monday, I felt relieved of some of that anxiousness because you're all so incredible and welcoming.

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When I was able to connect with a struggling student and get her to change her opinion about school.  Finding out I was able to truly make a difference in her life!

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When I was able to connect with a struggling student and get her to change her opinion about school.  Finding out I was able to truly make a difference in her life!

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I will never forget getting the phone call from Teresa offering me this position. I was not on the positive energy bus at this time in my life. I have never felt so immediately thrilled and happy. I was in front of my old school and literally jumped in the air and danced. A coworker who was support me through this change saw me and shouted congratulations from the 2nd story window. I felt so proud and I have carried that excitement with me since that moment through some challenge times in this transitional times in my life.

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Last night I spoke with a student from last year. I had continual contact with his mother all year and together we helped him work out a lot of his social emotional issues. By the end of the year, he was an entirely different kiddo! 

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Last night I spoke with a student from last year. I had continual contact with his mother all year and together we helped him work out a lot of his social emotional issues. By the end of the year, he was an entirely different kiddo! 

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I knew he is going to attend a brand new school this year and he was nervous. We talked for about 30 minutes last night,and at the end of our conversation, he thanked me for loving him
as much as he loved me! I felt amazing!

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After presenting yesterday a lot of staff members complemented my partner and I. This really made me feel successful and valued!!

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I felt really successful when I won my singles match against an opponent whom I had lost to previously.  I hadn't been winning much, so it meant a lot.

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A time when I have felt successful is when I have seen my students succeed and grow.

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When I completed the Rugged Maniac! Lots of training, sweat and tears.

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My positive vision is that all students have respect for each other and value each others differences.

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Create a warm and inviting collaborative classroom where we can take risks and grow together!

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Create a warm and inviting collaborative classroom where we can take risks and grow together!

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Creating a nurturing environment where students feel safe and are encouraged to take risks in order to make growth and be their best!

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Creating a nurturing environment where students feel safe and are encouraged to take risks in order to make growth and be their best!

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Positive community for kids to grow into mentally healthy and compassionate citizens and the ability to grow emotionally / behaviorally without shame

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Positive community for kids to grow into mentally healthy and compassionate citizens and the ability to grow emotionally / behaviorally without shame

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My vision for my classroom is to create a positive and nurturing environment where students feel welcome and safe when they come to school. Students and adults will work together to lift each other up and stay positive, even when faced with challenges.

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My positive vision for my classroom is that it's a connected classroom, where the energy of students academically and socially... builds together to be palpably positive.

For Thunder Vista, I envision collaboration on team levels, with my band, as well as vertically. I believe that with the clear vision of the school, we will also build friendships among the staff.

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Creating a caring community in my classroom where students show kindness to anyone they encounter. Building an environment where students show integrity and are open minded.

For Thunder Vista, I hope to see a learning community where staff and students encourage and respect each other. As a school, I hope we create an environment where all feel free to make mistakes and can grow.

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I want all of my students to feel safe, happy, and confident enough to take chances and lift each other up as we go through our journey together.

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I see kids that like each other and care about each other. I see a school that feels like home. I hear laughter. I also see kids doing incredible things and contributing to the community.

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Building a strong, supportive, and collaborative community

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My positive vision is that my students feel comfortable being themselves and learn that making mistakes is part of our journey! I want them to feel like our class is their "family at school!"

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My positive vision is that my students feel comfortable being themselves and learn that making mistakes is part of our journey! I want them to feel like our class is their "family at school!"

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I would like my class to be engaging and safe for learning, filled with students who are eager to learn.  I would like Thunder Vista to be a place where the community of students interact and learn with each other.

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I want students to find something they enjoy in music and want to take outside of the classroom or into the future. Passion leads to engagement and then success.

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My positive vision for my classroom looks like we are a tribe or family. We support, help, praise on another. It is a community that thrives and laughs together. For TV I really see this staff as a team that will really create a community full of mindful and amazing students.

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For every child to feel loved and empowered to take risks, own their behaviors and rise to their highest potential. I want to create a safe, fun, and positive classroom and school community where students are excited be every day to truly shine and do their best.

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To keep my classroom a safe environment for students to be able to learn in a positive way.
My vision for TV is to see our community being built with our students in mind and setting up a community with positive intensions to help our students succeed and thrive.

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My vision is to inspire my students to be the best that they can be!