Monday Motivation: Our Words Matter

Good morning, TCUSD Family!
Happy Monday! Hopefully, everyone has enjoyed Fall Break, spent some time with family, and stayed safe with all this rain! We’ve got one more day, so enjoy it!
Last week, we talked about culture and how it’s built through the little things we do every day. Well, here’s another one of those little things that can make a big difference. Our words.
Sometimes we forget just how much weight our words carry. A simple compliment, a little encouragement, or telling someone you believe in them can completely change their day. And sometimes those words stay with people for years. The same is true for our students. A grade or a test score should never define what a student believes they can become. Our job is to help them grow, challenge them, believe in them, and open doors they may not even know exist.
And let’s not forget about each other! We all have tough days, and a little kindness and encouragement can go a long way.
Culture is built one conversation, one interaction, and one relationship at a time.
As we head back tomorrow, let’s be intentional about the words we use, the way we treat people, and the confidence we help build in others.
Every single person across TCUSD brings something valuable to our team, and when we encourage, support, and believe in one another, there’s no limit to what we can accomplish for our students!
Enjoy your last day of Fall Break, Warriors! Let’s get after it tomorrow!
Stronger Together,
Scott Nedrow
Superintendent
Tuba City Unified School District #15
#KidsComeFirst
