Wednesday, December 20, 2017

Mrs. H's 5th Grade Party.....

 This is Mrs. H....my daughter Angie. She is showing everyone a gift someone brought her.
 The children always recite , "Twas the Night Before Christmas." Each child gets a line or two. They do well too.
  MY granddaughter , Sierra (in white), and the office secretary watched the children recite.
  This year Angie had a senior girl as an assistant, some days. This is actually how Angie became interested in teaching, by assisting when she was a senior in H.S.
 Here is the class in a circle playing the book game. Their number is called, they choose a book or steal one that is already unwrapped. The book can only be stolen twice. Some cheer and some grumble. I told them they could regift the book to their parents. LOL
  These were the rules for the day... 1 get organized, 2Work on packets , 3 Remember your manners. :):)
 Once the children had food, played their game helped Mrs. H . with her gifts, which is things the children bring her...some so serious, some hand made , cute funny...you name it and all kids loved it and were kind.  This is how the room looked as the children filed out to go to gym class.
 This is left overs...haha donuts fruit and more sweets under the foil. They did have bacon and eggs  with milk and juice. I know none of them went home hungry. Plus teacher gives them bags of candy, art pens, and toys.
 As I was leaving school, I admired the children's art work. It's always on the walls of the hall.  This is looking in a window and seeing Christmas trees.  Very nice and worth keeping.
 Younger grades show the ornaments on their trees.
 There were Santa heads with letters to Santa written on them.  They are writing in cursive, so it has to be a third grader or older, right?  This letter's writer is telling how nice they have been and they only want a few things...Gucci clothes, Nintendo and Chicago Bears clothes, then adds how extra good they will be this year. LOL Gucci clothes?? wow.
 On the same wall. "Dear Santa,  I  really want new shoes and new shoes. And my little brother wants Paw patrol stuff........I am not sure why, but this letter made me tear up...to think some kid wants new shoes, plus asked for something for their brother. New shoes...Gucci clothes. What a difference in lists. I know it's kids and they do say the darndest things, but it makes you think.
  Wishing all of you safe happy days ahead. Only five more till Christmas . :):)

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  1. I enjoyed this very much. I miss teaching! Your daughter seems like a wonderful teacher. My granddaughter is majoring in Elementary Ed.

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    1. Karen, So many wonderful teachers never get the true respect they deserve. Teaching is more than books, as you know. Today it is books and social graces. My Angie loves teaching so much. I can remember teachers in my past that I loved , some I feared too. LOL. Blessings to you, hope you are ready for Christmas. xoxo, Susie

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  2. I know what you mean! New shoes.....
    I loved seeing the classroom and all that went on there. I had good teachers in the first to third grades. However, I never had a gift to give them. I remember how embarrassing it was and I also remember telling my teacher I was sorry I didn’t have one for her. Do you know what she said?
    “My dear, YOU are gift enough!”
    Your daughter is an amazing teacher and I know she has touched so many young hearts. I’ve never forgotten the kindnesses of my teachers and her students will never forget hers.

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    1. Linda, Reading that letter squeezed my heart. I sat in the car and cried before leaving the parking lot. Oh I prayed too. I always pray after crying, well you know. Linda, I love what your teacher said to you. I still remember teachers I have admired from school days. Angie loves her job more than anything. Blessings to you, xoxo,love Susie

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  3. what a great time for the children, beautiful! I find it heart moving to think a child asked for shoes as well,,

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    1. Laurie, I loved seeing the joy in the children's faces. They were excited, maybe somewhat sugared up. LOL. I keep thinking of someone wanting shoes. I pray they get them. I would give every pair I owned if need be. You know what I mean? Blessings to you and Merry Christmas, xoxo, Susie

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  4. What a lovely, dedicated teacher your daughter is Susie.
    Her students will remember her kindness and creativity the remainder of their lives.
    I would have loved to have been there, so full of learning and excitement.
    Wishing you and yours, a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year !
    Hugs,
    ~Jo

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    1. Jo, I do hope the children love my daughter as much as she loves them. She cares. It was a fun time and so many good natured laughs. Blessings to you, xoxo, Susie
      p.s. Merry Christmas to all. As tiny Tim would say"bless us everyone"

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  5. These are fun photos. Brings back sweet memories for me. I wish you a very pleasant evening, Susie.

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    1. Thank you Mildred. It was a fun day . School is out now till Jan. the 2nd. Kids will enjoy their time out with Christmas and new toys. Hopefully new shoes for the child that asked. Blessings to you and yours, Merry Christmas, oxox, Susie

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  6. What a nice post. I remember the Christmas parties we had in school. My grandmother used to make the principal, the school secretary and each of our teachers (my sister's and mine) a pumpkin pie. They all loved them and looked forward to getting them. Your daughter is a creative teacher and that makes for good learning. So glad you got to go to the party.

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    1. Kathy, I love the idea of home baked goodies as treats. One child made something called puppy chow for Angie, it was powdered sugar treats in a sandwich bag. He was so proud that he made it. Angie loves her job and the kids. She's been doing it 25 years now. Wow. Blessings to you, xoxo, Susie

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  7. Susie you share the most sentimental posts on your blog! I loved reading this and viewing all the pictures! I remember Christmas parties were so much fun in school! Yesterday was my last post on my blog until after my birthday next week :) Merry Christmas my friend!

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    1. Pilar, Thank you honey, you are so kind. I too remember parties at school...loved them. I will check your post...seems I am falling behind viewing pot and commenting, so sorry. Blessings to you, xoxo, Susie

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  8. Kids keep you smiling with their 'creative writing'! Beautiful photos of your daughter and Granddaughter. I know you are proud of your family. Holiday hugs!

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    1. Diane, I love my family. Through the years I have seen Angie 's classes. I see how she works with them. This is the first year she did not say "Give Me Five" which actually means, "Stop talking and listen to me" LOL Wishing you and your family a beautiful Christmas. Hope you get a new dolly, cause you have been good sweet friend, xoxo, Susie

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  9. What a wonderful party for the kids and the teacher(s), too. That does make you tear up a bit when someone wants just a pair of shoes and someone else wants Gucci (at that grade level).

    I hope you had a great day, Susie. I am coming down home row now and only have one more small project to get done before Christmas. xo Diana

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    1. Diana, I wish I knew if a child truly needed shoes...I would get them a gift card or the shoes. Because one wants Gucci clothes, makes we wonder what is going on. I am going to ask my daughter. I know how much the moms work to pull Christmas celebrations together for their families...so I say a prayer they don't get stressed. We just want it all to be a happy safe accommodating time for all. Love and Merry Christmas to you,my sweet friend, xoxo, Susie

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  10. If that kid needs shoes I will buy him/her some. Just let me know. I'm serious. Gosh this post brings back great memories of good times in school days. I LOVE those paintings of the trees in the windows.

    Cindy

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    1. Cindy, I know you are so kind, no child would want for shoes around you.:):) I am going to try to find out about that list. I did feel the joyful excitement of my daughter's class. It made me happy just being there and talking with some of the children. I loved those tree pictures too. I would love to have some of them. :) Blessings to you dear friend. Merry Christmas to all of you, xoxo,Susie

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    2. Let me know Susie...you have my phone number.

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    3. Cindy, I asked my daughter about the kid needing shoes...she said the Elk's club took care of any needs as shoes, coats and food for the needy. Thank goodness. I am thankful for your sweet offer. Bless you, xoxo, Susie

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  11. Hi Susie,
    Your daughter is my hero. Teachers are so important with teaching our young children and molding them to grow up and be great and smart adults. Teachers spend so much time with children and they do not get paid enough or enough credit for all they do. So applause to your daughter for choosing such a noble profession. What a fun party. Have a wonderful rest of this week and Merry Christmas to you sweet friend.
    xoxo
    Kris

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    1. Oh Kris, thank you ..I will pass this praise along to Angie. :):) I have seen every kind of situation through the years. Some kids need extra care and Angie does her best for each child...we all know teachers use some of their own money at times. Our school has a program that raises extra money for kids to all have the things they need for school.
      Wishing you a Merry Christmas with love , I am thankful for your friendship. Blessings, xoxo, Susie

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  12. Brought back memories! Christmas is wonderful and I love seeing children enjoying it. My daughter was a prapro for several years.
    Have a Merry Christmas, Susie.

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    1. Thank you Sylvia. I loved seeing he children enjoy their Christmas brunch and then paly games and give gifts. They are a joy . Blessings for a merry Christmas at your house. xoxo, Susie

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  13. Hi there sweet friend, This is such a sweet post and I wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas. Thank you so much for the beautiful card and your prayers. God Bless and lots of hugs. xx

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    1. Thank you so much Susie. I wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas and good health and happiness for the new year. I keep you in my prayers. I am always thankful for any extra prayers myself, so I know you would not mind. Blessings and hugs, xoxo, Susie

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  14. Christmas is really just for kids. Watching them get all excited over the prospect of Christmas. Nice post!

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    1. Paul, I think of the times we would all long for certain gifts...that we never got, like bikes.LOL...but we still found joy in what we were given. Kids are tough when they have to be I guess. Wishing you and yours a great Christmas and a New Year of good health and happiness.xoxo, Susie

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  15. The Santa letter written by the student asking something for his brother is very special, Susie. Thanks for giving us a peek into your daughter's class room. It brought back memories for me. I was always a school mom helping out. I like that they get to recite "Twas The Night Before Christmas." Those doughnuts sure look good. Susie, I love the children's art work with the Christmas trees and the windows. Those really got me - so creative, and each one done in their own way.

    Merry Christmas, Susie. You are a favorite blog sister of mine.

    love, ~Sheri

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    1. Sheri, The class room is usually neater than it looks on party day. LOL You need so much for teaching that somethings do overflow. :) I loved all those trees and I am thinking of asking my daughter to see if some of her students next year will make some small pictures like the window and tree...just for me. Sheri, even with practice some children may stumble over their lines, but this year they all did so well. I love having you in my blog family too. You are special. Blessings to all there for a beautiful Christmas. Bless you, love, xoxo, Susie

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  16. This was a fun post! I miss the little things my daughter did in school. The excitement of making little things at Christmas and singing and plays. Shes 26 and childish fun is gone. Well, Sort of.
    Lisa

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    1. Lisa, I miss all the cute stuff my girls brought home thru the years, but we can't keep it all. I still have many things I hang on the tree every year. Wishing you and your family and very merry Christmas. Blessings, xoxo, Susie

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  17. Susie, that was a sweet visit to your daughter's classroom. I love the cursive handwriting..give her a hug for being a teacher!

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    1. Peggy, I enjoy going every year to the Christmas party. I will hug my girl for you, thank you. Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a new year of good health and happiness. xoxo, Susie

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  18. There is a lot of talent among those kids..Thanks for sharing..I hope you and yours have a happy Christmas and a joyous 2018

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  19. How fun! Christmas is all about the excitement in the hearts of children.
    Wishing you a Very Merry Christmas!
    Your blogging sister,
    Connie :)

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  20. Wishing you and beautiful Christmas Day and a very healthy, happy and blessed New Year Susie!

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