June 5, 2011

Well, we've finally made it through the school year. The end was very bittersweet. I am glad that we finally have summer break, but I tell you what, I will miss these kids. I know they'll miss each other as well. We had an emotional last day. Unfortunately, our class is splitting up more than any other. We only have a little more than half our class returning to SAA. It's sad, yes, but it also gives us room for growth. We can expand, meet new friends. Don't forget your old ones though.

There's an old saying goes something like this:

Some people come into our lives and quickly leave. Others stay for a while and leave footprints on our hearts so we will never be the same.

Though you may not see your friends on a daily basis anymore, you never have to forget them. Keep that in mind as you move on.

I'm going to post a few videos from the talent shows, to leave us all on a good note. One, the students got to see performed, the other was performed at the junior high talent show, so they did not. Parents, you may have not seen either of them. Here they are, for the enjoyment of all.

I became a teacher to make a difference in the lives of children. Though this is only my second year, I feel as if I am doing that, and I want to end by thanking you parents for helping me know this. They always say teachers don't get paid enough, and though I'd never turn down more money, I get paid plenty in the notes I received from you and the students letting me know that I've done what I set out to do. These kids are the reasons I teach!

Thank you for a fantastic year, and students, you'd better keep in touch!