As part of the National Schools of Character program, the Character Education Partnership (CEP) recognizes annual Promising Practices by schools and districts in the United States and elsewhere that implement unique and specific strategies in character education.   I am proud to announce that Wild Horse has been recognized as one of the 2011 Promising Practices for our ‘Neigh’borly Café with Reservation Seating.

The “Neigh”borly Café provides the opportunity for students to foster positive social interactions while demonstrating respect and inclusion for all students in the café. Each month, students make new friends and get to know other classmates through reserved seating. The “Neigh”borly Café ensures that all students are included and not left without a place to sit at lunch. Ultimately, students feel a stronger sense of belonging and contribute to a more positive school climate.

Although this practice was an adjustment for both our little and big Stallions, I have been proud of the strong character that our families have shown in supporting the reservation seating.  It really shows that we believe that our school belongs to ALL children and that every child has gifts and talents to be shared with others.

P.S.  Sorry for the delay in my posting.  We are in week 4 of the kitchen remodel and I think I am doing well to try to keep my school life a bit in order...given that my home is a construction zone!  Here is an updated pic!  We are now just waiting for the countertop before the rest can be completed!