I FINALLY PASSED!

So, I know that it's been a long time since I have written an entry. But as most of you know, the life of a teacher is constantly busy, and unfortunately, life got in the way of me being able to share my words.  I am trying to fix that now and hopefully, will be blogging more frequently.

So here is what's going on with me.  I am no longer a 4th grade teacher.  After 6 years, I have finally passed and been promoted to the FIFTH GRADE!!! YES! LOL. 

I was asked by my principal to improve our scores and move to a grade with high stakes testing.  Though I was frightened, at first, I am actually coming around to LOVE the 5th grade! The best part of this move is that I got to loop with my class from last year. I got my babies back and it has been wonderful! Not just for me, but for them as well.  We began the year without missing a beat.  They know me, and I know them (and all their tricks & excuses). So we got through all the bumps quickly and have hit the ground running this year with learning.  I am taking them to that next level and continue the job that I didn't quite get to complete last year. 

We've been having so much fun and have started many projects, getting them ready for middle school.  Stay tuned for all the high jinxs that I'm sure to follow in the upcoming year.

Before I leave for now, I must share with you an answer I received on our first Social Studies test.  The first chapter was on Geography.  In fifth grade, we focus on American History.  One of the questions that I asked was :
           Explain the difference in the land form of the state of Florida and the state of Hawaii.

Here's one student's answer:
          The difference is Hawaii has beaches and Florida has Disney World. 

I think I may have to do some reteach.