My Sub Life

From mid-December to the end of February I was a long term sub for a 7th grade Social Studies class. I had never wanted to be a long term sub but when the teacher approached me about the assignment I just felt so good about taking it. What an amazing blessing it turned out to be in my life. For two and a half months I planned lessons, graded papers, and taught, mainly about the Roman empire, and absolutely fell in love with my students. They made me laugh, they made me want to pull my hair out, they gave me hugs, they spilled tea, they shared fears and frustrations with me, they tested my patience, they shared their talents, and they became such a source of joy each and every day. These kids will always hold such a special place in my heart and the greatest thing is I will sub for them for another 5 years and be able to watch them grow up. 

In the time I spent with them I didn't really take any pictures because I didn't feel that was appropriate but I did grab a few of some memorable things. 

Some of their mosaics projects - I was so impressed!

That one morning when one of the student's backpacks started smoking and we quickly got her chromebook outside as sparks started to fly!

My little blue balloon buddy that one of my favorite students, Max, made for me.

The board notes left for me on my very last day.

I was feeling a lot of emotions on my last day of teaching them, February 28th, and was overwhelmed with all the sweet cards and gifts that they gave me.

I decided to take March 1st off and celebrate the end of my long term job with a much needed sushi lunch date with David.

And then I was right back at it and of course my most desired sub jobs are with "my" kids. Thank goodness I developed a wonderful relationship with the other teachers from that team and they always ask me if I'm available when they need to be out for the day. These crazy kids - I absolutely adore them!!