Teacher baggage!

Today was our back-to-school night. I must admit, I'm pretty proud of myself. I'm usually very nervous about communicating with the parents, but it actually went well. 2 of the 3 parents I met with tonight both said I was the "best", and other teachers heard them raving about me as they were walking away. Maybe I do have a knack for parent communication, I never actually had a problem with it before.

Here is a few of the things I was able to show the parents. 

This is a pic of the monster-glue-dot project we did. This was one of the first things we did together, and it was a great way for me to understand the level of cognitive functioning my kiddos had. This is actually hanging outside of my room now. 

This ones my "great work" wall. Now, there are a few more things on there, but you get it. But i just love the watermelon trimmings. I have a thing for that color combo...def a future teacher room theme for me :) 

I'm still learning how to do everything, like the new grading systems, math and reading programs, and more. But I'm learning, and working hard. 

Also began grad school classes again last week...if I can continue to devote my weekends to the homework, and my weekdays to work-work, then I think I'll keep having a good handle on the situation.

Finally, thanks to my wonderful mother, I recently got a new tote for lugging all my stuff to work. I keep bringing tons of binders, notebooks, and reading materials home (often, not reading it in the end), and ending up feeling kind of strained after a few trips. However, this new vera bradley bag is amazing! So many good side pockets, so I dont have to take my purse if I didn't want to. It's perfect. THANKS MOM!

One of these days, I'll remember to take pics of the actual cute things I've been creating.