my babies

okay, i shouldn't say that. but i feel like that sometimes. my ELD class (5th and 6th period) was incredible today!! for the most part, they listened, did their work, stayed focused, and in general they were just very pleasant to be with. i also had most of a bottle of coke before class, which i'm guessing had something to do with my energy level. they filled out class job applications today, which i think that they really liked. also the woman who helps in my classroom once per week was there, which helps with crowd control. we actually did everything that i planned, and i ran out of stuff to do, but luckily they all keep their workbooks and textbooks under their desks now (thanks to angelica's idea) and i could have them start something in their workbooks really quickly. they are good kids--just a little crazy. i have these latino boys who are extremely difficult, but i think that individually they like me. they act like they do, for sure. when i can give them individual attention and be positive with them, they seem like they are really wanting it. basically i adore them. but you know that later, soon, probably not too long from now, i will be writing about how ridiculous they are. yay for my great students!!! yay for not being a brand new teacher anymore!! i don't even mind the hard work when the results pay off.