ESSENTIAL CONCEPTS
As part of its District Mission and Vision, Lolo School District annually adopts and integrates “Essential Concepts” as part of its educational process. All Lolo School District employees practice and embeds the monthly Essential Concepts into their work and instruction. We strongly encourage parents and community members to embrace the Essential Concepts and provide further reinforcement for these practical and important aspects of providing and effective and successful education for students.
SEPTEMBER: BUILD A POSITIVE SCHOOL CLIMATE
Be respectful
Be responsible
Be ready to learn
OCTOBER: Set Positive Goals
Set measurable and attainable goals
Be positive
Persevere
NOVEMBER: Digital Citizenship
Hold yourself accountable
Think before you post
Understand differences between personal and private information and practice proper use online
DECEMBER: Communication
Ask for help when needed
Clarify your understanding
Use "I statements" to express your feelings and needs
Discuss emotions with trusted adults
JANUARY: Sportsmanship
Play by the rules
Tell the truth
Congratulate others
Give yourself credit
FEBRUARY: Problem Solving
Regulate emotions
Identify a goal'
Develop strategies
Keep trying
MARCH: Community
Set and respect boundaries
Use empathy
Practice active listening
Celebrate diversity
APRIL: Confidence
Build trust in yourself and others
Identify your strengths and areas of growth
Try new things
Practice
MAY/JUNE: Transitions
Celebrate accomplishments
Express gratitude
Reflect on experience
LOLO STUDENTS ARE:
Respectful
Responsible
Ready to Learn