Proud Teacher

I have said many times that I love being a teacher.

I have also mentioned several times that I have an awesome class this year. I also had most of these kids last year as 2nd graders.

They are so special to me and love spending my days with them.

As 3rd graders they have to take the big Kansas State Assessment. Along with the 4th and 5th graders, their scores determine whether or not we make AYP. Pretty important stuff.

Several months ago as we were prepping for the assessment we talked about a goal. I set their goal at 91% being proficient. They came up with some ideas on what I would do if they could do it. Ultimately, PJ day (with me wearing KU pjs) and a pie on my face was chosen. I agreed and they worked their tails off!! When it came down to it I had 95% proficient!!! I was so proud of them!! So, today was the day they had been waiting for!!

This is what I was wearing when I greeted my 23 3rd graders at the door this morning! They didn't like that I had powercats on, but I had to do it!!

I also had a sign on my back so everyone would know why I was in KU pajamas!

Last week I pulled 2 sticks, one girl and one boy. Those two students got the pleasure of throwing a pie in my face! One said he was going to smear it in my hair (advice his mom gave him!!). He got me good. Wish I had a hair net!

The other went right for the face. And she really made sure every bit of whipped cream got on my face. Good team work on their part, one went for the hair and one for the face! As you can imagine there was a lot of cheering from the others along with one of the 2nd grade classes that watched!

With my 2 pie throwers. Two students I will never forget! My entire class. I have a sign on the door that says "World's Best Class" and I think they are!!

What a day it was. One I will always remember sharing with these special kiddos. I just hope next year's class doesn't ask to do the same!!