Today was a bit of a bummer. I don't like "cold" days because not a lot of students come. Then, I'm stuck with the dilemma of teaching the half of the class that shows the lesson, or just scrapping the day to prevent the other half from falling behind.
I elected to alter my lesson to give students more time to work on their mini inquiry "projects," and also check their grades and get them missing work.
Personally, it was a tough day, as my family was at the funeral of my great-aunt up north. I wish I could've been there to celebrate the life of my aunt, but hopefully I was with them in spirit today.
1. My door for the school door decorating contest is coming together! I'm not sure if it's a winner, but a lot of students (even students who aren't in my homeroom) are helping. It's heartwarming to get the help, and see the faces of former students pop in my room and compliment the door/ask to help.
2. One of my basketball player students asked to help make snowflakes for my door today. It was totally unexpected, since he's a "cool jock," but it was so nice! I showed him how to make a 6-pointed snowflake, and he made several more for the rest of the hour. It was adorable.
3. Finally, I worked with one of my more difficult students to look at his grades today. He was upset with his failing classes, and wanted to "spaz on" his teachers, but I worked with him to coach him to NOT flip out on his teachers. I sent him on his way to talk to his science teacher, and he did NOT "spaz" on her. Though he still has lots of work to do to pass his classes, I'm glad he displayed some restraint today. Moving in the right direction!
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