Kelly uses this opportunity to identify changes that will best meet the needs of the students and teachers. For example, Mrs. Kelly identified the need for children to have the support of another certified teacher in the classroom during reading time. In the Spring, an extra 45-minute block was added for third grade students who need additional help General Observations Coralie Kelly and the teachers believe that all staff members are responsible for children's success. The goal is to increase time on task and create a common language of expectations. The cafeteria staff, school nurse, parents, teachers and principal are all involved.
Character education focuses on high expectations for all students.
One virtue is taught in all classrooms each month. In addition to creating high expectations, children are introduced to new vocabulary words that relate to character. There has been a substantial increase in parental involvement at the Hooks School as Chelsea has an intergenerational literacy program that provides literacy skills to adults and children.