Wow, it is so hard to focus on just one idea for my action research project. The good thing is I have found my ideas intertwine with one another. I decided to focus on making our academic "fun" nights more frequent throughout the year. We only have them at the end of the year, right before testing, during the time when teachers are tired and students, too.
I think having these activities throughout the year will provide the opportunity for our students to see that their achievement is not solely based upon the state tests. Their true achievement is found in the gains they have made since last school year. If they can see that as their teachers' ultimate goal for them, then maybe the students' behavior will improve because of this. Teachers, too, will be more relaxed as they are not cramming information at the last minute. Also, the departments can blend activities rather than having one curricular subject focus each time. The music and physical education departments can participate as well.
I hope this will create a calmer attitude for everyone. The planning for these activities is sure to be hectic, but the payoff is amazing. Our campus will be taking steps toward being more unified in the common goal of student achievement.
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