{"id":2695,"date":"2025-02-07T10:25:22","date_gmt":"2025-02-07T18:25:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wellesleyps.org\/hunnewell\/?p=2695"},"modified":"2025-12-05T14:17:44","modified_gmt":"2025-12-05T19:17:44","slug":"principals-message-21","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wellesleyps.org\/hunnewell\/2025\/02\/07\/principals-message-21\/","title":{"rendered":"Principal’s Message"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Dear Hunnewell Families,<\/strong><\/p>\n

At Hunnewell, we are dedicated to fostering an environment where students achieve academic success and develop the confidence, self-regulation, and resilience necessary to thrive in all aspects of their lives.<\/p>\n

On Tuesday, we had the pleasure of welcoming Anthony R. Reibel<\/strong> and district and school leaders to our classrooms. Mr. Reibel\u2019s work focuses on student self-regulation and efficacy<\/strong>, emphasizing how strong relationships between teachers and students empower children to take ownership of their learning, regulate emotions, and build resilience.<\/p>\n

During his visit, Mr. Reibel observed several high-leverage practices<\/strong> that our teachers use to support student growth. These included:<\/p>\n

\u2705 Encouraging deep thinking before instruction<\/strong> \u2013 Students were given opportunities to think, do, observe, or visualize<\/strong> before the teacher introduced new concepts, helping to build curiosity and critical thinking skills.<\/p>\n

\u2705 Creating a safe and supportive environment<\/strong> \u2013 Students felt comfortable expressing their thoughts, asking questions, and engaging in discussions, knowing their voices were valued.<\/p>\n

\u2705 Fostering mutual respect<\/strong> \u2013 Classrooms were filled with kindness and respect<\/strong>, as students actively listened to and supported one another in their learning.<\/p>\n

\u2705 Promoting high engagement<\/strong> \u2013 Students were not just passive listeners; they were active participants<\/strong>, sharing ideas, collaborating, and making connections between concepts.<\/p>\n

\u2705 Listening as much as teaching<\/strong> \u2013 Teachers were intentional about listening to students\u2019 reflections on their work<\/strong>, making space for their thoughts, ideas, and self-assessments. This approach strengthens student confidence and ownership over their learning.<\/p>\n

Mr. Reibel\u2019s visit reaffirmed that relational teaching<\/strong>\u2014building strong connections between students and teachers\u2014plays a crucial role in fostering self-efficacy and engagement. It was inspiring to see these best practices in action and to reflect on how we can continue to nurture an environment where every child feels valued, challenged, and supported.<\/p>\n

Exciting Upcoming Events!<\/strong><\/h3>\n

\ud83c\udfb6 The Floor Lords Visit \u2013 Friday, February 14, 2:00 PM<\/strong>
We are thrilled to welcome the Floor Lords<\/strong>, a legendary hip-hop dance group that has been using the power of dance to inspire and empower youth since 1981<\/strong>. Recognized as pillars of the Boston community, they bring a positive message through performance, competition, and teaching. We look forward to an exciting and engaging experience for our students! Please join us!<\/p>\n

Mark Your Calendars:<\/strong><\/h3>\n

\ud83c\udf0e Feb 7th:<\/strong> International Night \u2013 6:30 PM
\ud83c\udf7d\ufe0f Feb 12th:<\/strong> Staff Luncheon
\ud83c\udfeb Feb 17-21st:<\/strong> February Break \u2013 No School<\/p>\n

Thank you for your continued support and partnership in your child\u2019s learning. We look forward to seeing you at these upcoming events!<\/p>\n

Dare to Dream,<\/p>\n

Mr. Dees<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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