It has been a very long time since I have written, and I apologize for that. I’m sure you can understand; the semester was a bit crazy. I have a little bit of time to write, so I thought I’d share some things that we have been doing in the classroom. I adore my students,Continue reading “Reflecting on the First Semester and Looking Ahead”
Author Archives: Courtney
The Past Few Weeks: So Busy!
Each day I write down a “Daily Precept” for the kids to ponder. These come from the book/movie Wonder and a book titled Mr. Brown’s Daily Precepts. If that day’s precept doesn’t apply, I skip it and find another. But this one was so perfect for what we were reading in our Reading Workshop time.Continue reading “The Past Few Weeks: So Busy!”
First Few Weeks: Figuring Things Out
Getting Into a Routine I really appreciate your patience as we figure things out and get into a routine. The first several weeks can be rough on the students, but they are rockin’ it. I truly love your kiddos and look forward to seeing them learn and grow academically and emotionally/socially. We are working hardContinue reading “First Few Weeks: Figuring Things Out”
Welcome to our Home Sweet Classroom
Welcome to Our Classroom! I cannot wait to spend time with your kiddo all year and get to know them well. I hope to help them feel at home, feel loved and wanted, to grow through challenges, to gain confidence in who they are, to learn how to get along with others well, and toContinue reading “Welcome to our Home Sweet Classroom”