Wow! What an awesome way to start. We had a great two days of getting to know each other and creating a good atmosphere for the work we have to do this year. It was great getting to meet all of my students.
Thursday, I showed my insane introduction video, in double time! Some of my classes weren't sure if they should laugh or not, which was fun. We talked about where they see themselves in the future and what their legacy would be. We talked about what super powers we wished we had and what was important to us.
Friday, we had conversations with a partner and used what we learned to introduce each other to the class. We found out what flavor of ice cream we would be and what our theme song should be. We didn't quite get finished, so we'll pick up there on Monday for Groups B and A and on Tuesday for Groups C and D.
After lunch, we hiked to Redwood Park. We had a shoe race and helped each other over the lava pit. After we finished, we hiked back and headed out for the weekend. It all seemed to happen in a blur! But left me with the best feeling.
After two days, one of the kids said I was like an adult version of ADD! I got a kick out of that. Another told me I was in the running for the best teacher ever. Within a sentence she changed her mind and decided that because I was funnier then the current "Best Teacher Ever" I just might have won.
My wife says I'm a happier person. I think I've become friendlier. I'm truly excited about teaching. And it's only been two days with students! It's like going somewhere new and realizing that you were home!
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