So. Much. Pride.
Four more days! Just four more days and a year of learning during a pandemic will come to a close. We had yet another surprise with the...
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Principal Berkowitz
- Jun 11
- 4 min
Finishing Strong
The finish line to the school year is clearly in view. For all the hustle and bustle of the season, let's be certain to slow down and...
Principal Berkowitz
- Jun 4
- 5 min
Recipe for Success
This week we took a lot at some data that we had to celebrate (Panorama results students feel “loved” more than ever at Watkins, and...
Principal Berkowitz
- May 28
- 5 min
Committed to Equity
We made tremendous progress with our equity work this year. By no means are we done, but we’ve laid an important foundation on which to...
Principal Berkowitz
- May 21
- 3 min
Spread Some Love
It's hard to believe that we’re nearing the end of the month. As we dive headfirst into the end of the year, let’s all take time to...
Principal Berkowitz
- May 14
- 3 min
More Fun Ahead
We have so much going on right now. We are full steam ahead on planning for fun events to wrap up our year while we’re also beginning...
Principal Berkowitz
- May 7
- 3 min
Celebrate Our School Community
It feels like we are really turning the corner toward the conclusion of this school year as we celebrate our teachers this week and look...
Principal Berkowitz
- Apr 30
- 3 min
Hooray for Our Teachers
Next week is Teacher’s Appreciation Week. Never before have we learned to appreciate teachers in different ways. We always appreciate...
Principal Berkowitz
- Apr 23
- 2 min
Welcoming Back More Friends
This was a big week! We now have 233 students attending learning in person, 122 more students than last term. There are still a few...
Principal Berkowitz
- Apr 9
- 4 min
Hello Spring Break!!!
Something special happened this week. We held our first-grade level play dates for students, caregivers, and staff. Combined with...
Principal Berkowitz
- Apr 2
- 6 min
Students Continue to Amaze
We find ourselves in a place of being so close to a much-needed break while also preparing for another transition as we continue to...
Principal Berkowitz
- Mar 26
- 5 min
Spring Into Term 4
We are springing into this lovely warm weather and taking the opportunity for growth and renewal this season. At this moment, I know our...
Principal Berkowitz
- Mar 19
- 4 min
Term 4 Planning
This year has felt like constant change for me and many of you, I’m sure. There has been a lot of conversation about the national and...
Principal Berkowitz
- Mar 12
- 4 min
Reflect on the Positives
Spring is approaching and the weather is just one of the many reasons to be optimistic, joyful and happy. I’m enjoying the sun and taking...
Principal Berkowitz
- Mar 5
- 4 min
School Spirit!
We held spirit this week at school and at home. One of the highlights of this school year has been the Peabody whole-school morning...
Principal Berkowitz
- Feb 26
- 7 min
Black History Month Reflections
As Ms. Rowe said in our celebration this morning, Black History should be celebrated every month, not just during February. What we saw...
Principal Berkowitz
- Feb 19
- 6 min
Advancing School Goals
Wanted: routine and regularity. We all made it through an incredibly dynamic week. A three-day weekend, a “vaccine day,” and then the...
Principal Berkowitz
- Feb 12
- 4 min
Hard Work is Worth Celebrating!
These days, it’s important to look for the wins. We have dozens each day, but when there’s evidence of a win on a larger scale, we should...
Principal Berkowitz
- Feb 6
- 3 min
Watkins Has a Dream
In some ways, it’s fitting that our 2020-2021 5th graders have had to overcome this unique challenge as the world faces our own challenge....
Principal Berkowitz
- Jan 30
- 3 min
School Is (Almost) Open!
We have an incredible opportunity to welcome students back to school on Monday. To provide opportunities connection and learning that...
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