P/T Conferences

I survived my first 'Open House' last night! :) From my prior experience, I was afraid that no one would come (besides the fact that the open house was not very well advertised). But I had quite a few parents show up and all of the meetings went really well. All of the parents I met were very supportive and I feel like I can call on them if it's ever necessary. (Of course, it's usually the good kids whose parents come...lol!) Anyway, we're halfway through the first grading period, and all seems to be going well. I am, however, really looking forward to Fall Break in a few weeks!

Thanks for checking in!

~Mrs. P

I'm lovin' it!

In honor of Patriot day, I read 'The Little Chapel that Stood' to all of my classes today and shared some facts about 9/11/01 and its aftermath. Afterward, I had the students write one new thing that they had learned today on a post-it note and stick it to my door. Viola! This is the result! I'm so proud!

I have yet to encounter that overwhelmed feeling, but I really wish I could get in my groove and teach how I want to teach...I'm still kind of walking on eggshells and trying to do what the last teacher did and not step on anyones toes...and to be perfectly honest, I've just been lazy so far and that's just totally not like me! I'm hoping that as I get more comfortable with the school, the staff and the students, I will be able to take some risks and plan lessons the way I know I can...
Anyway, for whoever may be reading this, keep on praying!! Thanks!! :)

'Til next time!

~Mrs.P