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My Positive Day-Part 2

This week was rough. I can't exactly pin point what made it rough, which makes it even rougher...if that makes sense. I just know today is Friday and I have a nice long weekend ahead of me to relax, re-energize, and come back next week stronger than ever! Therefore, I need some positivity today more than anything to start this re-energizing weekend off right!

ONE. I have had six students come to talk to me about writing an essay for the Breaking Barriers contest. Students asked if they could share their rough drafts with me and if we could spend time working on them together. The essay for the competition isn't due until March 15th. I am so proud and impressed that students are taking the initiative to write an optional essay not due for another month. Also, the fact that they asked for help. So many students struggle on their own without asking for assistance when I would love to give it more than anything! I am so happy and grateful to be able to call these wonderful and amazing students mine.

TWO. One of my favorite students, who also happens to be quite the troublemaker, has been a stellar student for almost two full weeks now. They set classroom goals for themselves and have reached that goal for two weeks now. I was able to send a positive report home to mom and share with them their reward today. We've discussed alternative solutions in class and how to track our behavior to avoid future issues. I'm going to stay positive that third quarter is our turning point.

THREE. Valentine's Day. I am lucky to work in a district that fosters such loving and welcoming students and teachers. Not only did the wonderful and amazing Ms. Brezek start my day with candies and a note, but several other students shared treats and notes with me. My heart felt so full Wednesday!

FOUR. We have reached over 400 books so far for our Book Challenge! If you're just joining us, our classes have a yearly goal to read 750 books, breaking down to each student reading 10 books (roughly) throughout the year. We have reached over 400 books, which means we are over halfway done! I love how hard I see my students working to reach their goals. It gives me that extra motivation to push myself, and I am thankful for that.




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  1. AnonymousFebruary 19, 2018 at 6:28 PM

    Wow what a week you’ve had Ms.Haury! It seems pretty cool in my opinion Thanks for sharing I love that everything was very positive 🙃

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  2. Ms. Haury's Blog LogFebruary 20, 2018 at 11:06 AM

    Thank you for commenting Solana! I would love to hear some of your positives as well!

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