The state’s annual superintendent conference was held in Homer this week and as host, I was responsible for arranging the entertainment. On the first day 10 cub scouts from Paul Banks made the room shine when they led us in the pledge. Later that day the high school’s jazz band played at our lunch; they were terrific. The following day 3 students from Homer Flex wowed our group with their furniture business. Finally, the high school’s swing choir captivated us with their performance at our banquet. In each case the students and accompanying teachers/adults displayed a focus and dedication that made everyone proud. While a lot of the conference was spent on the pressing side of school administration (legal issues, data analysis), the students were clearly the highlight of the three days and were a wonderful reminder of why we are educators.
Homer Students Impress State Superintendents
The state’s annual superintendent conference was held in Homer this week and as host, I was responsible for arranging the entertainment. On the first day 10 cub scouts from Paul Banks made the room shine when they led us in the pledge. Later that day the high school’s jazz band played at our lunch; they were terrific. The following day 3 students from Homer Flex wowed our group with their furniture business. Finally, the high school’s swing choir captivated us with their performance at our banquet. In each case the students and accompanying teachers/adults displayed a focus and dedication that made everyone proud. While a lot of the conference was spent on the pressing side of school administration (legal issues, data analysis), the students were clearly the highlight of the three days and were a wonderful reminder of why we are educators.