This past week could have been crazy, weird, loud, and any other adjective that would describe a week with lots of excitement and anticipation.
This week was not. It was a week of hard work and students showing they knew why they were in school.
I was shocked!
This week we had rain pushed in by a tropical storm so no outside recess for a day. We had a full moon--ask any teacher or anyone who deals with the public about how life goes down during a full moon. Finally, we had Halloween. This usually pushes things over the top.
There are two things that could have made this week more on the positive side. First, we had parent-teacher conference. There is usually a humble time after this event which is thoroughly enjoyed by teachers. Then we had a week of no school because of fall break. Both the teachers and students came back rested and ready to see each other again.
People usually tell me that the kids must be awful after Halloween. This year Halloween was on a Saturday which I fully appreciate. Also, parents portion out Halloween candy.
I will tell you this truth. The classroom is the most bonkers the day after Easter. "Why is this?" you ask. It is because on Easter, the kids scarf down their entire Easter basket while the parents sit at the table talking and not paying any attention to what their kids are eating. I am thankful that Easter is the first Sunday of our spring break this school year. God is most gracious to this retiring teacher.
Medical professionals who insist sugar does not make a difference in a child's behavior need to observe a classroom exactly ten minutes after cupcakes with three inches of frosting have been consumed. I have timed it! Now, don't get me started on the effects of red dye or how I feel about poptarts and lunchables.
