Last night as I prepared my daughter for bed I thought about my classroom. So many things went through my mind. I felt so overwhelmed. I was anxious about getting to the school the next day to get my room in order. I had so many ideas going through my mind.

Well this morning when I got to the school I got some things rolling. I finished up a bulletin board and began another bulletin board. I used stem wire tape to wrap my ink pens and flowers together to create a floral arrangement. I covered my book shelf in butcher paper, which I have to put finishing touches on it tomorrow. I chit chatted with the art teacher about some things for his department. I believe I am off to a good start.

Oh, I forgot to mention, that I met a few of the other staff persons on Monday. My school's staff feels like a family already. I am so excited to see what is in store. I am expecting good things this school year. I plan to build strong relationships with the staff, students, parents and stakeholders. I can't wait for the first day of school.

Also, on Monday, I spoke with the librarian, who happens to be my Soror, about Career Cafe. We are going to intertwine Career Cafe with her idea to do something with the students on Fridays in the library. It will be along the lines of literacy and careers. There you have it, something else for me to be super hyped about in regards to this upcoming school year.

Goodies for my Good students - positive reinforcement treasure chest

Ink pen anyone?

A neat way to teach about self image and motivation!