08/20/2026
Falcon Flash
This year, Gardner Valley School (GVS) skipped the traditional teacher in-service during our first week back. Instead, Jody Medina, our head of school, prioritized the health and overall well-being of both staff and students. All GVS staff participated in a Pilates session led by Ms. Erin Robinson. This session provided a beneficial workout and a mental reset. Ms. Robinson demonstrated various movements and exercises to help staff and students manage stress, including desk stretches, breathing techniques, and strategies to recognize when our bodies need to move or take a "Brain Break."
The teachers at Gardner Valley School are excited to continue their collaboration with Ms. Robinson as they enter their second year working with her. As the founder of DragonWise Education, Ms. Robinson has provided our educators with valuable professional development, effective coaching, and support as we implement our English Language Arts program. We are fortunate that she is also a Pilates instructor in her spare time.
