Sage News: Week of February 1, 2021

Black History Month
Today, we recognize the beginning of Black History Month! February 1st is the first day of Black History Month and it is also officially known as Freedom Day. The 13th Amendment, which formally abolished slavery, was approved on February 1, 1865. To learn more, visit the link below and visit our social media pages this month for more Black History Month resources.

Goal Setting
This month’s Counselor Connection topic is Goal Setting. Goals give us focus and direction. They motivate us to learn new things and make a plan to tackle challenges. Goal setting allows us the opportunity to  celebrate our hard work and accomplishments, but also practice resilience and growth as “mistakes are proof that you’re trying.” (unknown)

Math Mythbusters
Regional Mentor and Education Advisor, Jared Tourse shares his experience as a failing math student turned high school math teacher and how changing his perception of learning and a little bit of growth mindset changed everything. Part two of the Math Mythbusters series is coming up on February 16th, 2021. For more information and to register, click the link below.