Catch up!

On Wed, Feb 28th, Mrs. K did not feel well, she had quite the headache and decided to change her plans, and the kids watched a cultural video instead of the planned activities. As they watched, I corrected their vocabulary quizzes, noting that the kids either had it or they didnt. This is what I've noticed with language classes, there usually isnt much in between. It seems that either the kids are struggling--or they get it quick.

Last friday, the 2nd, I reported to school for my last day before Spring Break. The classes were restless and ready for the weekend. I go to my placement on the ocassional friday, but not every friday. The classes were distracted and not really up for much work. Third hour was doing a reading, so that left me unable to do much, except monitor and answer questions.

I have my three day lesson planned out, and I start it this friday. I do have some concerns in that it will be a friday, and so it may be hard to get their attention. Also, Mrs. K has said that she has not done a lot of pair work this year, and I have some planned. I am hoping that the students dont take advantage of this time and get off topic. I am going to do my best to monitor and model their work so there is no confusion.

This week will be quite eventful, because the students have an assembly on Monday (the author of Tree Girl) will be talking to the entire school, because the school read the book as a community building event. Wenesday, only the juniors report, because they are taking the ACT. So Friday (the day I begin my lesson) will feel like Tuesday. Hopefully it they act like it too!!