Ironic, isn’t it? I’m posting my first blog on the last day of school. The last day always creates mixed emotions: excitement for summer but also concern for my students. I work in a very mobile district and I’m never sure the next year who will still be here and who moved. I’ve attached some precious artwork from my students given to me. Hmmm…..I am going to miss these kids!
This little girl says she wants to be a “speech teacher” just like me! |
On the last day of speech some students asked if they could write on the board. |
During the last week of speech, students create their summer speech books. Yeah, it’s sort of a big deal around here. It’s a stack of worksheets and fun activities addressing their goals sandwiched in-between two pieces of beautifully decorated colored paper (aka colored construction paper). It’s so exciting I rarely hear kids complaining of doing work over summer, especially when they hear there is prize for those completing it and bringing it back in the fall.
Summer Speech Book |
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