Staying Cool In The Pool

Since it has been so hot this summer, we have been trying to find activities that are fun and keep us cool. There is a great pool not to far away in the town I used to teach in (we used to have community schools instead of the one large school we have now). It is great because I know a lot of the people and they love to see Logan and Madison. We went there twice this summer and had a great time. They have a kiddie pool and a large pool and Logan likes both, so it is always a fun day.

I had a great first week of school, but it really kicked my butt. Hopefully I will settle into the school routine soon. I am going to spend a lot of time today catching up on things at home that I didn't get done this week because I was wiped out. I have an interesting class this year with a few challenges but nothing that I can't handle. I love being back with all of my wonderful co-workers. On our first day back it was like a family reunion, with everyone catching up on what went on over the summer. We always got great news yesterday that our school district was rated EXCELLENT. In Ohio we have a school rating system and based on student achievement and other factors, so this was wonderful news for our district. We all work very hard each year to reach this status. I can't wait to see what this school year has in store.

NOTE- The first two pictures were taken when Logan I went on our first visit and it was a beautiful sunny day. The second two pictures were taken on out second visit with Madison, it was cloudy and ended up storming.

A New Year Has Begun

Today is my first day back to school and just like the kids I am excited and nervous. Last night we had open house so I got to meet some of my students. It looks like this class may keep me on my toes and right now I am excited about that. I love how the kids personalities start to come out over the first few days and I love seeing them interact in a new setting. I have a feeling I am going to be a busy bee.

I hope all of you that are teachers have a great start to your school year. All of you with children, who are going to school this year, I hope they have a wonderful year full of exciting challenges and new opportunities and learning experiences.

Of course I had to leave you with a picture of my two favorite little ones.

Back To School

Today is my official first day back to school, kids will be in on Wednesday. This time of year is always met with joy and sadness. I am always excited to get my room ready and meet my new students but I am going to miss my summer schedule. I think Logan is going to miss it to because tonight he said "Court not go back to school, you stay home and play with me." I will miss our summer playtime and outings but already have fall activities that I am planning for Saturdays.

I love getting my room ready every year and decorating it a different way. This year I did polka dots and it has been so much fun and very inexpensive thanks to my trusty Cricket. I hope you enjoy the glimpse into my world for about 9 months out of the year.

Welcome to my room

The kids cubbies and birthday wall

Art and Recess cabinets

Computer Station

Part of my desk

The full view

Beach Day

Last Friday my brother and I took Logan and Madison to a nearby lake to play on the beach. It couldn't have been a better day weather wise with blue skies and low humidity. We set up everything and Logan was ready to go in the water. He had so much fun playing in the water and the sand, Madison not so much. We set her in the water and then in the sand but she was not very impressed, maybe next year. We had to drag Logan off the beach because he was having so much fun and did not want to leave.  The bonus was that by the time we got home and fed them they were ready for a nice long nap (Aunt Court was too)! We will definetly be visiting the beach more next year since Logan likes it so much and I am sure Madison will too.

I am back to work this week, with meetings and getting my room ready. I was just thinking this morning that this time next week I will be meeting all my new students and we will be starting the adventure of a new school year. I am excited to start back to school but I am going to miss my summer schedule. As soon as my room is finished, I will post pictures. I love the polka dot theme I went with this year.

Ready for the beach

Checking out the view

Logan made some new friends

Madison is not thrilled with the water

Swimming like a fish

Madison checking out the sand

Running down the beach

Daisy Dog

We are in the dog days of summer here in Ohio, in fact we have been there for the past month. I know when there is 12 inches of snow outside, I will be wishing for this heat but for right now I wish it would go away. We are so excited that tomorrow is going to be 83 degrees and my brother and I are taking Logan and Madison for a beach day ( I may need to pack a sweater since it will feel so cool)!

A few weeks ago I took Logan to my Aunt's house to spend the day with her and her granddoggy. Her daughter is traveling right now, so my aunt has been watching her dog. Logan has fallen in love with the dog and wanted to go for a visit. He talked all week about going and visiting Daisy Dog. As soon as we got there, he headed out the back door to see her. She is so good with him and will put up with his rough housing. He loved is visit and was sad to hear she was leaving, but is overjoyed that she is coming back for a long visit in about a month. I am guessing we will have to take another trip to visit Daisy Dog.

I hope everyone has a wonderful weekend and try to stay cool.

Wordless Wednesday- New Couch

Splish, Splash

Each week this summer, I have been trying to take Logan on a little outing. They are usually a short distance away and I try to find things that are inexpensive. One of the trips I chose was a splash pad in downtown Dayton. He was so excited when I picked him up and he was jumping around in his swim trunks. I am not sure I had any clue what exactly we were going to but he knew if it involved water, then it had to be a good thing. We decided to invite my aunt along for the adventure, Logan loves his Aunt Weez. We stopped by her house to pick her up and then headed to Friendly's for some lunch. After lunch we headed to the splash pad. Logan was hesitant at first but after a few times he was a pro. I think the funniest part of the day was when all the water went down and Logan wanted me to come stand in the middle with him, knowing it would come on and I would get soaked! Sorry kiddo, Aunt Court is a little smarter than that!!! After we finished with that we walked around the park and sat on the big family swings overlooking the river. By the time we were driving home, Logan was sound asleep in the backseat of my car.

Not sure what this is all about

He got the hang of it pretty quickly

 Having tons of fun

All tuckered out

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