April 10, (Mon.)

This is one of the longest weeks of the year. Honestly, it is worse than the week before winter break. The only week that is harder is the actual last week of the school year. The kids need a break, and I really need a break. The behavior issues aren’t too bad yet, but it’s only Monday…

We worked on mood today, and the kids really liked the “Today I Feel Silly” book. They are doing such a great job of identifying the skills that we are working on each day. They may not know the actual term they are trying to describe, but they are able to give examples and explain whatever it is to the point of understanding the issue. They are referring to the chart when we review, reminding themselves which story went with which skill. The strategies are starting to come more naturally, but they are still needing the push to figure some things out. They are still asking what words mean on a regular basis.

Sumaya and Johana are still sick, even after the weekend. Michelle called Johana’s mother and told her that she really needed to go to the doctor for her ears, but we know that she doesn’t have papers and won’t go. We are hoping that the nurse will be at school tomorrow to look at both of them. Gabby isn’t looking too good either. At least I am feeling mostly better-at least enough to function!