SOl21 – Page 2 – Teachers Write

Mixed Emotions

There are just over two months left of the school year and I’m just not sure how I feel about it. A mix of emotions have overcome me and it’s difficult to distinguish what I feel most. Relief: the end is near. I can see the light at the end of the tunnel. We’re getting…… Continue reading Mixed Emotions

Bubbles

Like a kid in the candy store, the bright red wand spoke to me. My eyes drew me in and before I knew it, the toy was in my hands. “We have to get this for A.” The joy in the picture of the little girl on the front of the package was all I…… Continue reading Bubbles

WRITE

Wondering what to write about at 9:03 pm Remembering the tiny events of the day Indecisiveness ensues Time ticks by as I contemplate a topic Eventually I’ll think of something… right? Part of Slice of Life by Two Writing Teachers March Slice a Day Challenge! I’m slicing every day this month. Thanks for stopping by

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Mindfulness is important for me and so it has become a staple in our everyday classroom routine. 20 minutes of silence (our best attempt) in a first grade classroom is extremely calming. Especially this year… my first year… in a pandemic. I always encourage the kids to really be present and ask themselves what they’re…… Continue reading Untitled

A Cheeky Thankful Thursday

In my classroom, every Thursday is “Thankful Thursday.” Many of the answers are similar from week to week while some are unique and a little cheeky… “Good morning, friends! Today is Thankful Thursday and I’m wondering what you’re thankful for today. Who would like to share?” E: “For everything.” M: “My mom and dad” C:…… Continue reading A Cheeky Thankful Thursday

Smiling Through the Pain (literally)

Today was one of those days. The kind where your headache (post-vaccine headache) won’t go away, it’s your first day back since before the shortened spring break, and everything seems to be going wrong. I decided to write down quotes from my students that made me smile and now as I write this slice, I…… Continue reading Smiling Through the Pain (literally)

Adulting is Hard

Adulting is hard I’ve been renting an apartment with my boyfriend for over 5 years now but we are ready to take the next step. We’ve been house hunting for a month or so now and WOW is it taxing… who knew it could be so emotional? Adulting is hard. Speaking of my boyfriend… the…… Continue reading Adulting is Hard

Vaccination Day

11:25: I’m fifteen minutes early- perfect 11:27: *goes through a maze of hallways to get to the vaccination site* 11:28: “If you follow me, I’ll take you to where you’ll get your vaccine.” *heart starts to race* 11:30: “Have a seat at Table D. She will take care of you.” *adrenaline starts running through my…… Continue reading Vaccination Day

Ready for the Finish Line

Getting my vaccination today made me think about the timeline of the pandemic so far… about a year ago all of this started. Today, I feel like we are closer to the finish line. Part of Slice of Life by Two Writing Teachers March Slice a Day Challenge! I’m slicing every day this month. Thanks…… Continue reading Ready for the Finish Line