Happy Friday!
I'm linking up with Kacey (thank you!):
Here's a quick run-down of our snowy week!
Monday - Snow Day
Tuesday - 2-hour Early Release (2:15)
Wednesday - Full Day
Thursday - Snow Day
Friday - Snow Day
Crazy, right? I know everyone is getting so sick of the disruption to our schedules, but I feel like this is a huge blessing. I didn't need a "break" in December, January, or February.
But March is a completely different story.
This is my current situation:
And that is truly 1/4 of my stacks! I feel like I'm in the Hunger Games. It's portfolio and formal (year-end) evaluation time. It all hits at once and then it's smooth sailing the rest of the year. I also have six I.E.P. meetings in March and four classes to start and finish over Spring Break.
I don't know what I'd do without these snow days.
I am SO thankful!
I've been treating myself to very short blog-reading breaks and I've peeked a few times at the newest products at TPT. I literally schedule 5 minute breaks every hour to see what the rest of the world is up to!
This has been my biggest treat:
Kimberly Geswein is simply a genius! The past two weeks, she's been releasing her Font Pairing Guide one page at a time (you can download the bundle here for free!). I've allowed myself a little "play break" as my newest product is patiently waiting for my portfolio to be completed!
Such a wonderful break - thanks Kimberly!
My presentation on Guided Reading was rescheduled for today :(
I'm ready! Maybe I could do a Virtual PD?
And lastly, one of my amazing colleagues just told me about this app ($0.99) called Mood Meter:
Here's an article to learn more and here's the link to where I purchased it. I've only tried it on myself and loved ones ;) - I can't wait to try it out with my students! I'm definitely not associated with the app in any way...I just really like it!
Have a fantastic Friday! Jen
Oh, wow! You have missed so much! I'm glad you got a break, though. I had my final observation this week, so I know it's tough to have that kind of stuff going on in the middle of everything else! It's crazy!
ReplyDeleteI love your guided reading ideas. I teach general ed but I have been searching for great ideas. I would love to see your presentation! :)
- Abbey from Tremendous First Grade Tales
Good for you that you got snow days! I know they can be disruptive, but it is one small perk of teaching and I am SO grateful for mine. The winters can be so long. We've had five days so far but I'm betting we're done now. And THANKS for the fonts tips. I downloaded and will take a better look this weekend. See you around. Kathleen Kidpeople Classroom
ReplyDeleteI can SO relate to files stacking up - there is just so much to do and so little time to do it all in - wishing you lots of luck and stamina over the next few weeks in getting on top of it all :) Just hang in there!
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Thank you!
DeleteThe stacks may have multiplied over the weekend, but I still have one more day to conquer it. I will succeed! ;)
That's a big stack!! You can do it though! :) I'm happy for you that you got some snow days to help tackle the pile. Good luck on your presentation!
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Thanks Miss G! The presentation has been postponed 'til... not sure yet. It was a very productive snowstorm! Enjoy the rest of your weekend, Jen
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