A quick update...

We are well into the school year (it's already November!), and I have yet to blog. So here's a quick little update, and hopefully I'll remember to post more often.

• I have a delightful class of 26 this year. They are awesome!
• My school is undergoing renovations, thanks to the bond issue that passed. We received new paint, I had a shelving unit removed to increase square footage, and as of this weekend, new carpet!
• I had my very first student teacher this year. She was UH-mazing, and I know any school will be lucky to have her on staff.
• There have been many, many changes in our district this year: report cards, teacher evaluation tool, implementation of new standards, etc. And, my school has been put on "the list." At times it can be overwhelming, but I am fortunate enough to work at a site that believes in each other, our community, and our kids. We can do better, and we will do better.

That's all for now.

I love my job!

Technical Difficulties

Pardon the interruption...

I am in the process of switching internet providers. I will be blogging again soon!

Switcheroo

After school yesterday, I finally got around to re-vamping the layout of my room (with the help of the amazing Mrs. T). The previous set up just didn't utilize space efficiently, and frankly was driving me batty. I haven't had the luxury of staying in the same classroom every year, so it takes a little while to find the "perfect" setup that works for myself, as well as my dear kindergarten people. I have learned, however, that the reactions the next day are usually priceless:

Dennis: WOW!!! What did you DO?!?!


Me: I moved somethings around


Dennis: By yourSELF? Whoa you are Soooooooo Strong Ms. S!

and then a little later

Twin: I really like the way you moved things


Me: Thank you, Twin


Twin: You should move the whole school around!!! (breaks into huge grin)


Me: (confused look)


Twin: HAHAHAHAHA (walks away)

I love my job!

 P.S. I've been thinking about doing a blogging blitz, to make myself a better blogger. Perhaps reviewing children's books? Thought and opinions?