Friday, May 23, 2008

No more pencils. No more books. No more teacher's dirty looks!

About 6 hours ago I was a mother of 24. Today was the last day of school and I am the biggest baby in the entire world. I have been so ready for summer believe me, but it is so bitter sweet to say goodbye to kids that you have spent the past 180 days with. If you think about it, teachers spend more "awake" time with kids than their own parents. I have had another really great class this year. (even with 7 MORE kids than last year!) I also had the opportunity to have little PJ in my class. I am so glad we will have the memories of this year.

I can't believe how far I have come. I just finished my third year teaching! My first year in fourth grade and now two years of first grade behind me. After my first year I wasn't sure that I could handle too many years of teaching. Last year I had a dream class and I didn't want to let them go. I didn't think I could have two great classes in a row. I sure did! Last week we had step-up day and I got to meet the tiny little Kindergarteners that will be in my class next year. And you know what? It looks like my luck has continued. I have had some awesome students and have seen many outstanding families. Just look for yourself at how they have spoiled me today...


Isn't that so nice? It seriously took me six trips to load all the flowers, lotions, candles and candy into my car.

Yesterday I had a little awards ceremony and I just started crying. These kids have made some major accomplishments this year. They have worked their little bottoms off! Last week we had our year end program and they did so awesome. I was the proud mom for all of them. First grade is so much work, but I really think it is the most rewarding. These kids came in babies that couldn't even read and now many of them are reading chapter books. It is so amazing! I love my job. I love getting to be the biggest fan for all of these kids. I thank all of you who allow me to be your children's teacher. I love them so much. It has been a great year!

Love you Brennen, Beaudee, Taylor, Damian, Randon, Zay, Carinna, Kasen, Alex, Ben, PJ, Zaida, Ani, Destinie, Tray, Brex, Noah, Abby, Morgan, Hannah, Shane, Dallen, Faith and Karsen! Have a fun summer! Yea!

3 comments:

Jamie said...

you deserved all that stuff you are an awesome teacher and person!! have a fun summer and ill miss your smiling face.

Janice {Run Far} said...

Taylor is going to miss you and the class so much, thanks for being such a great teacher.

Mandy said...

Well, I am glad all of these kids are outta there, so Quayd can move in!!!! ;) love ya!