Today the 5th graders (my class included) got to take a tour of the middle school. They were SO excited about going over and seeing how the big kids do things. It gave me the unexpected opportunity to see a lot of my kids from last year. I was amazed at how BIG they had gotten and how mature they looked!! It made me miss that sweet class so much, and reminded me that in a few short days I would be saying goodbye to this class as well. Teaching middle school is much different from elementary school in that as a class we are together all day long, so we become a little family. Somehow, so many different personalities in a room come together and make for a fun and meaningful year, even during those moments where you think you might lose it. I have had those moments this year. I know I had them last year. But those moments are few and far between. And seeing the "big" kids who were in my sweet class last year run up and give me a hug (even the boys who are now too cool for school) made me once again realize I am just where God wants me to be. I get the awesome opportunity to impact these kids and place a little imprint on their heart. I get to spend my day helping kids discover life...who they are...who they want to become, and learn a little math along the way. I so need to be reminded of this when the month of May feels like it is dragging on. In reality, it is flying by and these sweet children are certainly placing an imprint on my heart as well!
Friday, May 14, 2010
Movin' On Up....
Since January of last year my blog has turned into all things baby. Very rarely do I talk about life outside of raising that precious boy or the fun our family gets into. And almost NEVER do I post with no pictures. But today I'm feelin' a bit nostalgic. As a teacher, you live for May. Sweet, beautiful weather that allows for a few minutes of extra recess, testing is over, summer is on the horizon. But May is also so crazy with getting every thing in at the last minute. It is easy to get caught up in the chaos and fail to enjoy these last few days of school with your kiddos.
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Speaking of nostalgic...I was in Auburn today for my sister's graduation, and I just happened to be driving by Auburn Junior High as school was letting out and Molly (from our Lions team) walked right in front of my car! I can't remember her last name, but I'm sure you remember her, she was one of the best students on our team. She looked so much older & more mature!
I saw another one of my students, but he was from the Cosmic Cats and he looked like a different person that he did just 3 years ago!
Hope you enjoy your last few days of school!
Brooke, you do have a special gift and we are so glad that God gave you the desire to be a teacher...oh,around the age of 5 :)
Daddy B(one of your former students) would be so proud of you.
Don't rush life...enjoy every moment of it. I love you, mom
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