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2012 Fascination Awards

What a wonderful surprise!  I was just notified that I have recieved this invitation to participate in this contest!
Here is what they said!

An article you wrote in 2011 titled Facebook Mixer has earned your blog a nomination for a Fascination Award: 2012's Most Fascinating Kinder Teacher blog.

I will be reminding you to please vote! Voting starts on the 25th!!! :D

The comments posted in response to your post prove that your content not only inspires your audience, but it also creates discussion around your posts, both of which are requirements for the nomination of a Fascination award.

Voting begins June 25th at 1:01 AM (EST).The blog with the most votes by July 2nd at 11:59 PM (EST) will win the grand prize, a $100 restaurant gift card.

 

Plan It, Divide It, JackIT!

Hi everyone!! I am currently on summer break and loving every minute of it.  This is the time I get the chance to product review, pin on pinterest, be  a facebook stalker to other teachers, and prepare for next year.  On top of that I just started my masters! YIKES!! It is such a busy summer!




Here is the latest news, I just received some new products from Shoplet.com and I wanted to tell you all about the fabulous office supplies.

1. The first product that I will find very useful is the Ampad Project Planner .   

In this picture you will see the first page.  There are sections for Project Action Notes, Project Planning Notes, Page Number, Prepared by, and Date.  This makes it very easy to use while trying to get organized.  I really enjoyed the features.  I can also use this for projects in the classroom.  I can see myself writing suggestions to students while they are in their project based groups.  It would serve as a great guideline.
 These are great Office Supplies to find over the summer so that you will have time to implement them during the school year.  Everyone uses a daily, weekly, or monthly planner.  You just have to find the one that best suites you.



2. The 2nd product is just FAB!!  It is a Esselte Copysafe File Jacket.
This file jacket is genius!  It is a sleeve with a Polk a dot design on it so that you can not read the document inside, two of its sides are sealed and two sides are open.  The jacket also has a small slit for your thumb for easy in and out access to your document. You can slip any document inside and it is almost impossible to read/copy but I love that they design is fashionable.  Of coarse you could easily get one of those large brown envelopes and seal a secret document, but sometimes it is not that secret but at the same time you don't need anyone reading all your stuff.  I have not researched enough but I would love more colors and designs of this copysafe file jacket.
  I really love this file jacket.


3. The 3rd product is Pendaflex Divide It Up File Folder.

This file folder looks like any other file folder until you open it up.  Inside you will find 3 dividers plus this the traditional file folder file system.  So there are 4 potential areas to put and store documents.  I really enjoyed the dividers because it keeps paper in a secure position.  It basically adds more structure to your file folder documents.

SUMMER LIKES

Today was officially my 1st day of summer!!
I am so very excited that I have time to search, share, and communicate with my blogging buddies, and my facebook fans!


Be sure to follow my blog and facebook page. I would love some new SUMMER LIKES!


Feel free to share my blog and facebook page with your friends. :D

Free Fun Stuff

Free Download on TPT!!                                            http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/SuperDad-Fathers-Day-Project

What a great FREE Resource that Robynn and SueBeth over at Busy Bees has shared!!


http://rd-busybees.blogspot.com/

TEACHING IS A GIFT, NOT A JOB!

Resources for Learning How to Become a Teacher

If you love kids and the way they see the world through new eyes, then becoming a teacher can be a great career path. There’s nothing to keep you on your toes like working with little ones all day.
Unfortunately, after that initial inspiration, it can sometimes be frustrating to try and figure out exactly what you need to do to enter a teaching role. After all, each state sets their own requirements, and many have their own unique alternative certification routes. With this in mind, we've gathered together these excellent resources for learning about the different paths to teaching, depending on where you live.

• Government Websites: For those in the U.S., federal government websites are an excellent place to start. The Bureau of Labor Statistics has a good overview of the teaching career for kindergarten and elementary school teachers, middle school teachers, and high school teachers, including general requirements and job outlooks for different types of teachers. The U.S. Department of Education also has a great page with links to teacher certification information.
• Your State’s Teaching Board: While federal sites can give you a good idea of the general requirements, more specific information will be available from your state’s teaching board. This is the board that is responsible for administering teaching
  licenses in your state, so they definitely have the scoop on the ins and outs of certification that pertain to where you live. Many state board pages list the colleges with credentialing programs in your state, as well as financial aid available to education
  students.
• Other Web Resources: Besides government sites that can spell out the steps to a teaching career, it might make sense for you to explore other web resources that discuss what it’s actually like to teach. If you’ve asked yourself “is teaching right for me?” then it certainly makes sense to explore the lifestyle and trials of teaching before you jump into an educational program.
• Understanding the Different Routes: Besides the standard route of earning a teaching credential at a college or university, many states offer alternative certification programs. These programs vary by state, but most allow students with the right background to get into the classroom faster, after an intensive training program.
• Talk to a Teacher!: Of course, the best way to get the inside scoop on teaching is to talk to a real live teacher. Talk to one of your kids’ teachers or consider emailing a local school for information.

HIP HIP HOORAY! 3 1/2 Days Left

Happy last week everyone!!!

We kicked off our last week of the school year today!!  We had a beautiful HOT day with kites, board games, and over sized sports balls to play games with.

We have a full schedule ahead of us, but it will be so much fun! 

Tomorrow is Movies under the stars: We are popping popcorn and we are encouraging students to bring in a towel, a drink, and a stuffed animal.


Wednesday is Bubbles and Chalk day

Thursday is Slash Day: please do not forget your swimsuit and plastic bags
Friday is Half Day Farewell!