So it's been a little while since I last wrote and it's crazy how much can happen in a matter of weeks. Things are finally settling down what with the new changes at school and whatnot. It's been a pretty good beginning to the month of March, although rather stressful. Last week I had to face reality a lot when it came to my students. Nothing terrible, it's just tiresome sometimes when you feel like you're giving it all you got and then realize that there's still more to be done and desired from others. Ah, the life of a teacher, I suppose.
I made my kids this cute little craft for St. Patrick's Day: a pot of gold. Technically, they're not "my" kids, but all of the kids I work with got one. It's the cutest little gift. All you need is a small flowering pot (pack of 3 from the dollar store), rainbow-colored ribbon, and any type of candy with gold wrapping (preferably chocolate gold coins, but I went with Reese's peanut butter cups). All of "my kids" loved them and while it was a bit pricy to do it for 27 students, it was definitely worth it.
We had a teacher workday today and my goodness, it was the longest day of my life. The EC staff had to peer audit one another's folders and going through all that paperwork was such a headache. I definitely would have traded today for a student day.
I just came from the park with Martha...photos to come later. We had such a blast and were getting pretty darn good at throwing the frisbee around (10x straight!). I'm so glad we work in the same county/school.
Nothing too monumental has happened yet this month. I had another IEP meeting for my lil girl and it went okay, just somewhat disheartening (see 1st paragraph). I helped with an event at our school this past week and got to wear my pajamas in the process. I've still been going to CNX church and enjoying it. I wish I had time to really get to know everyone, but I suppose that will come with time. Pi (3.14) Day was this past Wednesday and I went to my friend Sarah's Pi Day Party which was great. It was full of all things pi!
Oh, and I have a quasi-interview next Friday with this guy from an interpreting agency. He just wants to get an idea of how my signing is, but I'm pretty excited and hope it goes well. This could definitely be another open door for future career possibilities. Who knows..?
This weekend should be exciting though. I just came from the park, going on a picnic tomorrow, and spending the night with Corrie and Melissa and going to see "The Lorax." It'll be great. I just have to get rid of the feeling of dread of all the work I need to be doing.
Anyway, I'm going to go curl up on the couch to watch "Monk" with my leftovers from Applebees. My parents will be here later tonight so I'll enjoy some "me time" until then.
