Duty free lunch is a reward for teachers. We plan, grade papers, take much needed breaks, and get ready for the rest of the day. But on my birthday, we all had lunch together in the classroom. And let's just say memories were made.
I realized several years ago that the best way to celebrate your birthday is by being ridiculous about it. I surprise my students with doughnuts for MY birthday. Often singing to myself or behaving in other embarrassing ways. It makes the kids smile, and that makes me smile. A few years ago students started asking me what I wanted for my birthday. How does one answer that? I don't want stuff. I'm not a stuff kind of person. I even banned the word "stuff" in our ELA classes! So ... I began requesting poetry, songs, and interpretive dances from my students. It's always hilarious to see their responses. Which usually fall somewhere between "Is she serious?" and hysterical laughter. This year, the students mostly fell on the "hysterical laughter" end of the spectrum. They knew it was an opportunity to be silly and have fun. And that, friends, is what birthdays are for. Duty free lunch is a reward for teachers. We plan, grade papers, take much needed breaks, and get ready for the rest of the day. But on my birthday, we all had lunch together in the classroom. And let's just say memories were made. Click HERE to see these #AwesomeKids bringing a smile to me and all of their classmates :)
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How is it December already?!? So much has been happening! I hope your kiddos have been coming home with elaborate tales of Immigration Simulations, Difference Makers Fair ideas, and Tuck Everlasting conversations. I'm excited that our December Scholastic Bookclubs order has been extended until 12/9/17! There are some amazing deals and awesome gift ideas! Order at www.scholastic.com/bookslubs Code: M4H8T As we wrap up 2017, I'd like to have a gift exchange in class. At the beginning of the year each student filled out an "All about me" biography cube. The cubes were not supposed to include names. What I would like to do is have each student select a cube, and then purchase (no more than $2-3) or make a small gift for the owner of the cube. For example, the cube could indicate that the student loves reading. Your child could make a set of bookmarks for him/her. The idea is not to spend money, but to be truly thoughtful about the mystery recipient. We will have our Holiday celebration on Tuesday, December 19. Want to join us or help out? Click the image below! Important Dates:
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Mrs. Huss
I graduated from Piedmont College with a Masters of Art in Teaching. I have been teaching since 2007. I have been married since 1999, and we have one daughter, Leila. Away from work I enjoy spending time with my family, reading, hiking, and staying active. I love animals and the color purple :) Archives
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