Welcome To The 2018 School Year

It's been a crazy start to the beginning of the school year for me. I got a new art room, but moving everything was quite tedious. Luckily my Mom (who just retired from teaching for almost 30 years) as been helping me settle in. I am still in the process of organizing all of my materials since I have so much storage space! I got new stools, art tables, and technology. I'm really excited to learn how to use the wireless microphone I was provided with as well. In August I read an article about how over-decorated classrooms can be bad for students since it can be overstimulating. I am trying to not put so many posters up to see if helps at with student learning. (Learning self-control, haha) I also have a kiln, I am still waiting on for the person to come and install it. I can't wait to try it out and use "real clay" with my students. It certainly will be an experience since I have never used one before, but I know I can do it. It wasn't until today that I really felt comfortable and remembered how much I love working with the kids. (2nd week of school). I will update more on my lessons next week. I can't wait to share with everyone.