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Amazing Young Man

About 4 years ago I needed a student to fill a spot in a on-site drawing competition.  I was desperate because we were at the beginning of building our upper school art program.  I went through all my students and most were already in the contest or they couldn’t come.  So I reached outside of my classes and found someone.  He was such a well-mannered young man and so shy.  He hardly even looked up me when I talked with...

Special Holiday Treat

I love this week of school the kids are so excited about getting out of school for the holiday’s. You can’t get them to settle down for nothing. The kids I teach are amazing. I love their spirit and their zest for life. I have often said they are what keeps me young. Everyday is different from the last. They keep me hoping but never give me trouble in class. As I walk through the campus they always have a...

Success!

Today is the day that my students work for from the first day of the fall semester. The fall art show went off without a hitch tonight and I’m so proud to be their teacher.    Years ago when I graduated from High school I was firm on one thing I would NEVER be a teacher. God had a different plan and here I am teaching the most amazing kids art. I can’t tell you how great it is to...

Struggling

If I’m being honest I struggled with today’s blog. I always want to blog about happy things and uplift my readers. Today is the first time my blog wasn’t ready and I had no idea what it would be about. I had many projects and blogs prepared but “Struggling” was setting heavy on my heart. We all do it, some show it openly, some only talk about it if asked and others hide it hoping no one will see it....

School Days

Okay here we go – the first day! So much excitement about the new year. The class room is all ready and set up for success. Supplies for the year has been bought and stocked on the shelves. I love new art supplies it’s so refreshing and gets the creative juices going. I’m all prayed up for God to lead me as a teacher. I have been seeking his wisdom on how to teach within his plan. I’m sure that...