Updates

Well...so its been a while since I blogged...but I've been busy lately. Really Busy.

First off, SCHOOL STARTED!!!!! I can't believe I had my third first day of school this year!   I feel like i've learned so much in my past years but I am absolutely thrilled to finally have a year where I have done everything before!!! There is no more learning things the night before I teach them or coming up with every brand new worksheet or test.  I have resources! I am so happy.  I have already learned that I can throw something together in the morning and have it work out really well.  Its amazing.

So this year I have five classes of Physical Science (Freshmen) and one class of Anatomy & Physiology (Juniors/Seniors). I seriously miss having more A&P classes but since my enrollment went from 52 last year to 18 this year..there isn't much that I can do about it.  I guess that's what happens when it actually becomes a real weighted class and not a blow off class. The class I do have this year is completely SILENT compared to last year.  Friday they finally started to open up a bit, but hardly any.  Hopefully  I get to see a bit more of their personalities as the year progresses.  My freshmen are great so far! They are entertaining as well as intelligent.

So for those of you that have not seen my classroom yet - here are some pictures. (I apologize for the quality)

My view from the front of the room.

The front of the room - the crates are for the kid's bell work.

My front white board.

Right next to the door.

 I love my room!  Now, on the first day of school - I was making some copies, left my door open and came back to these:

It was stinkin cute!! I loved being able to see the same kids multiple years in a row!  Its awesome! All my previous freshmen are now sophomores and their lockers are right in front of my room!  They walk past me all the time and give me high fives.  I love it!  If you didn't know - I give my kids high fives everyday when they leave my room.  Its my way of saying goodbye and giving them reminders. Its really cool now when my last years kids walk past me and want a high five. Its fantastic!

Well - thats the new updates for school.  On tuesday when we get couches for downstairs, I will take new pictures and update on the renovations downstairs!