My life as I know it

It has been a couple of weeks and there has been lots of exciting things going on here in Chicago. My classroom continues to evolve and I feel more comfortable as a teacher everyday. There is something new I learn everytime I am in the classroom, from how to reach all my students in my lessons to appreciating all my student's personalities.

On Sept. 8th my Kindergarten class along with pre-school and 3rd grade had a chance to go to the County Line Apple Orchard in Hobart, Indiana. It was fun to get out of the classroom and see how my students enjoyed the experience.

We also had a Walk-a-Thon Fundraiser on Sept. 23rd to raise money for our school, Our Lady of Charity. To see parents get involved and the students excited about the school was great for me. I had a chance to talk to all the students 2 weeks before this at our Walk-a-thon pep rally. To be able to address the students and let them see the importance of help out OLC by raising money reinforced the idea of giving back.

On Oct. 31st, we had a Halloween Party and the students were able to dress up in their costumes to parade around the school and go in each classroom. I was able to show my goofy and fun-loving side by dressing up as 'The Newest Member of the Hannah Montana Band." I borrowed a guitar and played each class a song and sang to them. The students got to trick-or-treat around the room. It was a really fun day.

My student Ricky who is new, is still having behavior issues. The other day, Ricky said a few things that struck me and made me realize how much my students go through, even though they are only 6 years old. Ricky was talking about getting drunk and then about how he isn't good enough.

Prayer Requests:
1. For my students and their lives outside of school that God will watch over them .
2. For Our Lady of Charity of School that it will be a school who exhibits the Light of Christ in all things.

Truly,
Gina