3 Good Things for Last Week

I had such a busy week last week that I forgot to write about my good things! It's both awesome and awful to be busy. While I enjoy always having something to keep my mind occupied, I also like to have free time to relax and do my own thing.

Last week was extra busy because I had meetings after school almost every day, and lots of classroom and non-classroom planning. My weekend was kind of busy, too, because Chris and I went to Chicago for Valentine's Day weekend. It was so much fun because we went to the Field Museum and celebrated Lincoln's birthday!

Selfie with the Lincoln statue in Chicago - it's 25 feet tall!

1. It's the little things... I literally almost ran into a student in the hallway during passing time on Wednesday. Normally I say excuse me and students ignore me-- it's all very unpleasant. However, on Wednesday, one of my former students actually slightly moved out of the way and said, "Oh I'm sorry, Ms. G." It was so nice! Like really, I felt so much better just hearing a student say that.

2. The preparation for the NHS blood drive is going well! Last week began registration for the annual National Honor Society blood drive, and it went fabulous. We registered over 100 people in less than two days. I was overwhelmed by the number of students willing to help.

3. The principal gave me a great compliment. I had a chance to have a nice discussion with my principal last week, and it was so great to talk with her. She gave me one compliment that stood out, though it was small. She said, "I think the world of you and [another teacher]." I think she sincerely meant it, and it's always a great confidence booster to get kind words from administration. I won't forget that conversation anytime soon.