Happy Back to School Day - at least I went back to school today, and I suspect most of you did, too.
I walked in the teacher's door and was about half way to the lounge, when the secretary caught me and said, "I'm sorry for the late notice, but you're getting a new student today." Boo Hiss. The most dreaded words. Or maybe I'm just a stinker. New kids mean brain work. I've got to remember all the places where I've got to plug this kiddo in - centers, mail box, computer access, etc. etc.
A huge aside here - I have, in the past, made new student baggies - so all the labels, cards, sticks, etc. that I need are right there. Helps the brain a little. I must have forgotten to do that this year.
The good news is - it's a girl! And she helps even out {just a tad bit} my very uneven boy to girl ratio. She also seems like a sweetie and was already fitting in with most of the girls.
And my sweet bubby sent this:
What a great way to start the week!
Hope you had some happy surprise today -
My school always gives us a day to prepare for new students. When parents come to register, the child can't actually enroll until the following day. It really helps us out in the classrooms.
ReplyDelete❀ Tammy
Forever in First
We usually have a day, too. It certainly helps - mentally and physically :)
DeleteGood luck your new friend. Lovely flowers. My happy surprise--my desk was clean before I left school for the day. That means I can walk in a little late tomorrow and still be on time!! LOL
ReplyDeleteSo did you clean your desk - or did a desk fairy come?? We had a workday and I still feel behind!!
DeleteSara
I know exactly how you feel with a new student- and last minute like that! From that moment, all I can think of is getting her name on a folder, a cubby, class lists, a group, a nametag, a bus, etc. etc. Luckily, my numbers are high by 3 so I won't be the next one getting a student all year- hopefully! I'm also glad she is a sweetie! Love the flowers!
ReplyDeleteCarolyn
Kindergarten: Holding Hands and Sticking Together
I'm so glad I'm not the only one. My first thought is "Noooooooooo" but once I get that out of the way, I'm fine. This should be the last one I get for a while, I've got one more than the other two teachers.
DeleteSara
New students at the last minute can cause a little panic. It's always good when they seem to fit right in. Your flowers are very pretty!
ReplyDeleteEmilyK
I know - there's so many things with a new student - can they read, do math, talk to a buddy, ack!
DeleteAnd I love my flowers! Thanks!
Sara
We don't ever get a day to prepare for a new student unless the parent just wants the child to start the next day. My poor teaching partner had a new student come in during her formal evaluation this week.
ReplyDeleteKelly
I'm Not Your Grandpa, I'm Your Teacher