So I have survived my first week of student teaching. I think it went well.
Monday was the 100th day, so it was a good transition day for the students and I. We did activities. It was long and exhausting. I fell asleep that night at 8:00
On Tuesday we got a new student, so it was a little crazy. He has behavioral problems and has an associate at all times. It was really low key and we mainly just finished our 100th day activities.
On Wednesday and Thursday we got back to a normal routine.
Friday was crazy. It snowed over night and I barely made it to school. The students were all round up and we played a lot of games.
Today, (Monday of week 2) was a snow day, well at least for me. I couldn't get to school due to weather. Hopefully tomorrow is better.
Monday, February 8, 2010
Sunday, January 17, 2010
Sr Year
So it is now the spring of my senior year. I can't believe that I will be graduating in May. I'll catch everyone up on what has been going on.
Over Winter Break I had a lot of traveling. I flew home on a Thursday and then the whole family got into a car on Sunday and started our drive. We first drove to Texas to see my dad's side of the family. I hadn't seen some of them in about 11 years. One of my cousins just had a baby and she is so adorable. We spent two nights in Texas before geting back into the car and driving on to Missouri. I know I was back to where I started in less then a week, but I really wanted to go home. So we stayed in Canton through the New Year (2 weeks). Then we drove home to AZ. I had another week before returning to school. It was hectic and crazy, but I would not have had it any other way.
Here is an update on the family.
Dad is working hard as always and didn't really get time off. I think he had a phone call almost everyday.
Mom has recently taken over the accounting at the church, which means she does everything now. She is really stressed and I'm worried about her. Hopefully soon she will get some help at work.
Alex had lost another job, but has started a new job earlier this month. I think it is a seasonal job, but hopefully he'll get to stay a while.
Missie is still in school full time. She is also seeing a new doctor. Medically I think she is doing better. She is having problems with her memory at the moment, which we think is from the meds, but we don't know. Another concern we have is that this summer she turns 25 and will be taken off of dad's insurance. I hope we have something else in place soon.
Daemien is a cute as always. He has an attitude like his mother, but nothing we can't handle. We are still working on potty training. He is going to daycare and learning a lot. He can now sing he's ABC's. He can color in the lines, well he tries. He is learning his shapes. Over break I taught him to sing Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star. I will try to get a video of him singing soon. It is too cute.
I soon will begin student teaching (feb 1). I am really nervous, but I will get through.
I guess that it's for now.
Over Winter Break I had a lot of traveling. I flew home on a Thursday and then the whole family got into a car on Sunday and started our drive. We first drove to Texas to see my dad's side of the family. I hadn't seen some of them in about 11 years. One of my cousins just had a baby and she is so adorable. We spent two nights in Texas before geting back into the car and driving on to Missouri. I know I was back to where I started in less then a week, but I really wanted to go home. So we stayed in Canton through the New Year (2 weeks). Then we drove home to AZ. I had another week before returning to school. It was hectic and crazy, but I would not have had it any other way.
Here is an update on the family.
Dad is working hard as always and didn't really get time off. I think he had a phone call almost everyday.
Mom has recently taken over the accounting at the church, which means she does everything now. She is really stressed and I'm worried about her. Hopefully soon she will get some help at work.
Alex had lost another job, but has started a new job earlier this month. I think it is a seasonal job, but hopefully he'll get to stay a while.
Missie is still in school full time. She is also seeing a new doctor. Medically I think she is doing better. She is having problems with her memory at the moment, which we think is from the meds, but we don't know. Another concern we have is that this summer she turns 25 and will be taken off of dad's insurance. I hope we have something else in place soon.
Daemien is a cute as always. He has an attitude like his mother, but nothing we can't handle. We are still working on potty training. He is going to daycare and learning a lot. He can now sing he's ABC's. He can color in the lines, well he tries. He is learning his shapes. Over break I taught him to sing Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star. I will try to get a video of him singing soon. It is too cute.
I soon will begin student teaching (feb 1). I am really nervous, but I will get through.
I guess that it's for now.
Monday, December 7, 2009
Update
I don't know if anyone really reads my blog, but here is an update for those who have.
I have finally gotten my placement for student teaching. I will be at Hawthorne Elementary School in Keokuk, IA. It is about a 30 min drive from campus. I will be in both 2nd grade and Kindergarten.
I'm a little nervous not only, because the winter snow has already arrived, but also I wonder how well I will do. I am not good at standing in front of other and I do not command attention very well, but they are kids.
I have finally gotten my placement for student teaching. I will be at Hawthorne Elementary School in Keokuk, IA. It is about a 30 min drive from campus. I will be in both 2nd grade and Kindergarten.
I'm a little nervous not only, because the winter snow has already arrived, but also I wonder how well I will do. I am not good at standing in front of other and I do not command attention very well, but they are kids.
Sunday, October 18, 2009
Swing-a-thon
Hey all
I got this idea from one of my sisters. Next weekend, October 23rd-24th, Sigma Kappa Sorority, here at Culver-Stockton, is holding our annual Swing-a-Thon! What is Swing-a-thon? It is one of our fundraisers for our major philanthropies, Alzheimer's Disease Research and Gerontology (the study of aging). We have a swing on our back porch and for 36 hours there will be a Sigma Kappa sitting on that swing. In the past we have asked for donations to get us to sit in the swing, but now it usually comes from our own pockets, because we are required to sit for at least one hour. All the money goes to the Sigma Kappa Foundation for Alzheimer's Disease Research.
This time one of my sisters had an idea and I am going to try it too. I am going to ask all of you to participate as well by donating money to the cause! I have already signed up for an hour on the swing, but there are still spots open! If you would like to see me sit on the swing for more than an hour, of if you just want to help us out please donate money! Please do not feel obligated to donate, but if you are interested, I would be greatly appreciative.
To give you an idea of how much fun we have with Swing-a-thon, let me tell you a bit more. Remember there has to be a Sigma Kappa on the swing for 36 hours, which means even through the night. Some of the best shifts are the ones around 3 am. Also with the cold weather setting in it is a great time to snuggle under blankets with hot chocolate and sisters! There are also times that some of the fraternity guys will come and make us the hot chocolate or play football or just keep us company while we sit on the swing. It is a fun experience and for a great cause.
So, if you feel led to donate money to help Alzheimer's Disease Research, please send a check, made out to Sigma Kappa Sorority, to the following address:
I got this idea from one of my sisters. Next weekend, October 23rd-24th, Sigma Kappa Sorority, here at Culver-Stockton, is holding our annual Swing-a-Thon! What is Swing-a-thon? It is one of our fundraisers for our major philanthropies, Alzheimer's Disease Research and Gerontology (the study of aging). We have a swing on our back porch and for 36 hours there will be a Sigma Kappa sitting on that swing. In the past we have asked for donations to get us to sit in the swing, but now it usually comes from our own pockets, because we are required to sit for at least one hour. All the money goes to the Sigma Kappa Foundation for Alzheimer's Disease Research.
This time one of my sisters had an idea and I am going to try it too. I am going to ask all of you to participate as well by donating money to the cause! I have already signed up for an hour on the swing, but there are still spots open! If you would like to see me sit on the swing for more than an hour, of if you just want to help us out please donate money! Please do not feel obligated to donate, but if you are interested, I would be greatly appreciative.
To give you an idea of how much fun we have with Swing-a-thon, let me tell you a bit more. Remember there has to be a Sigma Kappa on the swing for 36 hours, which means even through the night. Some of the best shifts are the ones around 3 am. Also with the cold weather setting in it is a great time to snuggle under blankets with hot chocolate and sisters! There are also times that some of the fraternity guys will come and make us the hot chocolate or play football or just keep us company while we sit on the swing. It is a fun experience and for a great cause.
So, if you feel led to donate money to help Alzheimer's Disease Research, please send a check, made out to Sigma Kappa Sorority, to the following address:
Sigma Kappa Sorority
MSC #122
1 College Hill
Canton, MO 63435
Please write SWING-A-THON in the memo. You can also send cash to the address, if you feel comfortable doing so.
Thank You !
Don't forget to leave a comment if you are sending money, so that I have enough time to sign up for more time.
Saturday, October 10, 2009
Hey all
Ok I need some help. Our school does this fundraiser called Up 'til Dawn. It is for St. Judes Hospital. What we do is send letters out to friends and family asking for donations. We know that times are tough right now, but they are tougher for these kids and thier families. We figure that even the smallest amount will help. Even if it is just spare change. The reason I'm puting this out there is that I am supposed to get a list of names and address to send letters to. I was wondering if any of you would consider helping. If so please send me your address. You can either comment here or send it to anoelkay@gmail.com. Thank you for any one willing to help.
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
Back @ school
So I'm now on week 2 of senior year. Yay that's right senior year. I can't believe it. I guess I should catch everyone up on things. Let me see...
At the end of summer I helped mom move the church offices. I worked a total of 72.5 hours in about eight days, with some being 13 hours straight, no breaks. We got it all done on time. Then that Saturday we had a huge garage sale for the church. Everything went fine, until I dropped a chair on my toe when setting up. I spent the rest of the morning doing the cash box and icing my toe. By the time I headed home, I was in so much pain that I had to go to urgent care. They had to burn a hole in my toe nail to relieve the pain. But luckily the toe was not broken. two days later I had to return to get it drained again. It hurt pretty bad. But the toe nail has now fallen off and I think it is healing quite well.
So I started school one toe nail short with recruitment right around the corner, but at least it is not worse. This semester is really easy. I have a total of three classes and I'm done by noon everyday.
Tuesday my big sis Sarah Jo came to see me. She graduated last year and will be heading to England at the end of the month. She is staying with me until Friday, which means we have a chance to see each other some before she goes away. She will be gone for a whole year, but hopefully for my graduation I will be able to go see her next summer.
That's it for me. So I'll start with the family now.
Alex - he still is working and doing well. His snake died two weeks ago. He is upset.
Missie - is started back at school. She is taking some more classes to go for her degree.
Daemien - Was amazing at swim lesson this summer. We have learned quickly that he has no fear when it comes to the pool now. He started daycare last week. I hear he is doing great and making friends. He already knew some of his classmates, because they go to church. I don't think he takes naps for them, but maybe that has changed. His new curriculum is adorable. Every week they have certain letters, number, activity, color to learn about and do art projects with. If you can't tell I'm missing him so much.
Dad - is working hard at both jobs. He also has been picking Daemien up from daycare when Missie has long days.
Mom - is in Europe right now. She went with two sorority sisters and a friend. She is have so much fun, which she deserves. She sent me a text and e-mail yesterday telling be she climbed to the top of the Leaning Tower of Pisa. She was so excited. She said the view was amazing. I am hoping to get pictures when she gets home.
Well I guess that's it for now.
At the end of summer I helped mom move the church offices. I worked a total of 72.5 hours in about eight days, with some being 13 hours straight, no breaks. We got it all done on time. Then that Saturday we had a huge garage sale for the church. Everything went fine, until I dropped a chair on my toe when setting up. I spent the rest of the morning doing the cash box and icing my toe. By the time I headed home, I was in so much pain that I had to go to urgent care. They had to burn a hole in my toe nail to relieve the pain. But luckily the toe was not broken. two days later I had to return to get it drained again. It hurt pretty bad. But the toe nail has now fallen off and I think it is healing quite well.
So I started school one toe nail short with recruitment right around the corner, but at least it is not worse. This semester is really easy. I have a total of three classes and I'm done by noon everyday.
Tuesday my big sis Sarah Jo came to see me. She graduated last year and will be heading to England at the end of the month. She is staying with me until Friday, which means we have a chance to see each other some before she goes away. She will be gone for a whole year, but hopefully for my graduation I will be able to go see her next summer.
That's it for me. So I'll start with the family now.
Alex - he still is working and doing well. His snake died two weeks ago. He is upset.
Missie - is started back at school. She is taking some more classes to go for her degree.
Daemien - Was amazing at swim lesson this summer. We have learned quickly that he has no fear when it comes to the pool now. He started daycare last week. I hear he is doing great and making friends. He already knew some of his classmates, because they go to church. I don't think he takes naps for them, but maybe that has changed. His new curriculum is adorable. Every week they have certain letters, number, activity, color to learn about and do art projects with. If you can't tell I'm missing him so much.
Dad - is working hard at both jobs. He also has been picking Daemien up from daycare when Missie has long days.
Mom - is in Europe right now. She went with two sorority sisters and a friend. She is have so much fun, which she deserves. She sent me a text and e-mail yesterday telling be she climbed to the top of the Leaning Tower of Pisa. She was so excited. She said the view was amazing. I am hoping to get pictures when she gets home.
Well I guess that's it for now.
Thursday, July 23, 2009
Please help
Hey please check out my friend's post. We need some help and prayers. It touched my heart and I know it will touch yours.
http://aplacecalledsimplicity.blogspot.com/2009/07/would-you-help-me-please.html
Also if this post has touched your heart. Post the link on your own blog or tell others about it. The more people helping, hopefully the better the results will be.
http://aplacecalledsimplicity.blogspot.com/2009/07/would-you-help-me-please.html
Also if this post has touched your heart. Post the link on your own blog or tell others about it. The more people helping, hopefully the better the results will be.
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