I've decided that this teaching opportunity is quite possibly the most challenging thing I have had to do yet. Each day is going to be a great challenge, and only God is going to help me get through it; I simply cannot do this on my own. I am going to look for one positive thing that happens in the classroom each day, and let that be enough.
My internet homepage on my computer is set to “Verse of the Day.” Today’s verse was much needed. It read: I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want (Philippians 4:12). Being content sometimes seems like a hard thing for me to be in certain situations. My current situation is a perfect example. I need to practice the gift of contentment now. I need to be content in how my classroom is now, knowing that these first few rough weeks are just the beginning stages for all the learning that is going to take place throughout the year. I’ve got this, cause He’s got me!
I've started using a little bit of Spanish in the classroom. In order for anything to get accomplished, I feel it is necessary. I say simple phrases such as "repeat after me" in both Spanish and then in English, so that the students at least know what I want them to do. It's also very difficult having two assistants who only speak Spanish, and don't know exactly what you want either. I just want to be the best teacher I can be for these children, and I hope and pray that I can be just that for them each and every day.
Although I do get frustrated at times, the kids are pretty gosh darn cute. See for yourself. I guess it's also their cuteness (most of the time) that carries me through as well :)
Two of my students aren't pictured, since they cried all day long every day, making it hard to get a decent picture of them. But you can enjoy the rest!
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| Alisse |
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| Camila |
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| James |
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| Nelsy |
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| Brenley |
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| German |
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| Mabeth |
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| Fernando |
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| Lara |
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| Gracia |
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| Jahdiel |
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