Update

Well I ended up missing the last few days of school because I was taking a para training. I ended up passing with a 98% Woo Hoo! However, I was sad that I did not get a chance to properly say goodbye to the children. They ended up getting me a framed picture of them all with a sign that said "We Love You". They also all each made something for me to thank me, and I got a thank you card from the teacher I work for. I also got a DVD documenting the class that year, and I was touched that they included me in the DVD!

The next day, which was the last day of school, one of the students got me a B&N gift card as well as a notebook with a fabric cover that said Serenity on it. I have been using the notebook to write down positive things that happen in my life, so when bad things happen I can look back and be appreciative. I also finally got my book from being the Star Student where all of the children wrote what made me a Star Teacher. All of these things really touched my heart! This is the thank you email I sent to the class:

"Hello Room ***

I am so sorry that I could not be with you all the last two days of school. I loved all the cards and pictures you made for me. I will keep them forever!

Even though I only worked with you guys for a few weeks you all made me feel so welcome and that means a lot to me. I will miss you all this summer but I will see you all in the halls or possibly the lunchroom next year! You will all make great second graders. Thank you again and have a wonderful summer!

Love,
Mrs. M******"

It is the middle of summer now and I'm bored out of my mind! I am ready for the school year to start, especially so I can update this more! That is all for now!