You can imagine my surprise and over whelming joy to enter and find the room in one piece! Infact, it felt as if I never left! Books were all put back on shelves, no random papers were left on the floor and desks were tidy. And although I do believe I was lucky and thankful to have 3 qualified substitutes filling my shoes, I also know that my students stepped up to the plate and rose tot he occasion.
Today I decided to take a peek at the writing work they did in their 313 History Journals. A weekly assignment we've been doing in class from the beginning of the year. (These are the home/school communication journals that are sent back and forth weekly, letters home summarizing their week to family members of their choice)
I almost fainted when I read the first one I opened!!!! After reading nearly half of them I can honestly say... I am SO PROUD of the effort and the quality of writing that was produced in my absence! Their letters home to you were exactly what I had assigned: 3 paragraphs, each starting with a HOOK, must contain 3-5 supporting sentences, and end with a solid wrap up. It's like asking your child to eat all his vegetables, brush his teeth, put his clothes in the hamper, AND go to bed on time when the babysitter is watching them. Today I was swelling with pride and wanted to share this with you. Your children are amazing! I felt like a Proud Mom!
It's hard to believe that next week will be May 1st! My journey with your child is ...almost ...complete. However....there is still a lot to be done between now and June 24th!
Poetry Projects are due tomorrow-I'm anxious to see the poems that were chosen and hear the student recite from memory a poem in front of the class. I will post videos for all to see so you too can swell with PRIDE!