Our theme for the year is "Good to Great". As we have explained to the students, we truly believe Lago Vista Elementary is already great in so many ways. However, true greatness is always something for which we strive. We have shared with students the story of Roger Bannister, the man who first ran the mile in under 4 minutes. In response to being asked to explain that first four minute mile, he answered with: "It's the ability to take more out of yourself than you've got." (Sports Illustrated, January 3, 1955). All students will encounter a time this year in which they face something they think they cannot do. We have encouraged them to think about this story when they face challenges. That is the "Good to Great" attitude we want to work to achieve this year. We hope this theme will carry over in all aspects of the school.
See the link below for an inspirational video of the story.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=9R9riftUBag