It's about that time....

Well, August always zooms by so quickly.  There are only a few weeks until school starts.  Even so, I intend to go visit a friend and take it easy the last few weeks before school starts. I hope you all do, too! 

One of my favorite childhood summer memories is going to the beach with my grandparents, aunts, and cousins.  Whenever I run into a student in the summer, I always hope that my students had those same opportunities to go on vacations.

So, if you were lucky enough to have gone on a vacation this summer, leave a comment and tell me where you went and what your favorite part was!  Or, just tell me your favorite part of your summer.

Here is an example:
I went to Ocean City, NJ with my mom, dad, aunt, uncle, cousins, and best friend.  My favorite parts were sleeping in, swimming, and spending time with my family.

Another example:
My favorite part of this summer was decluttering my house and getting rid of a lot of junk that I don't need.  I had a few garage sales and made a lot of money!

Now, it's your turn!  I can't wait to read about your lives!

Office setup

I have been working diligently to unpack my numerous boxes and setup my office for the past 7 days.  I like to be organized, so I'm very detailed about everything.  I clean the shelves and put things back on them.  I put some things in new boxes so everything fits perfectly.  I organize drawers so that all like things are together.

So, the question is, "Why do I go to so much trouble?"  I think that being organized physically helps me be organized mentally.  I always feel a sense of accomplishment when I walk into a place that I've just cleaned --this includes my house too.

I also know that my students will be in that room at some point and I want them to come into a room that is inviting and kid-friendly.  I have papers and pencils set out for them to use.  I have a drawer full of art supplies such as colored pencils, regular pencils, glue, erasers, etc.

So, even though it is taking me so long to prepare, it will be worth it in the end.

Oh yes, and I spent a long time yesterday getting my FIRST IN MATH PRIZE CART ready yesterday.  Bring on the First in Math!!

YAY MATH!

Here is a Wordle that I made that has what we learn about in math class!

I love it!

Click on it to make it bigger.

First in Math Link

NEW LINK ALERT!  I have posted a link to First in Math on the right side of this blog.  It is also in the "Math Links" site.  Click on the picture to go there now!

Math Links

New link alert!  On the right side of my page, I have posted a link for "Math Links".  You will click on this to go to links that I think will help you with math.

The first link inside is called "Math Games".  This is a search of my favorite websites for math games.
1. Click on "Math Links" on the right side of the page.
2. Click on "Math Games".
3. Type in a math topic for a game you want to play.  For example, type in "addition" to find addition math games.
4. Click on any link that comes up to find a game to play.

Getting Started

Well, here is my first ever school blog.  This could be the beginning of a new thing or a flop.  We will have to see.  My intention for this blog is to keep parents up to date on things like PSSA dates and prep.  Also, websites that would be helpful to the students when they start a new chapter or topic in math.