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Class Make Up

I started with 29 students (anything under 30 is considered low).  I lost 2 girls (both with the same name) around the third of the way through the school year, and a boy (let’s just say I wasn’t sorry he … Continue reading

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Another New Student

The office called again.  Another new student was coming.  When she came in, the secretary kind of just let her in.  No introduction, no anything.  I went over and introduced myself, and asked her some questions about who she was.  … Continue reading

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New Student, Part III

I got a new girl today.  I always worry when they come in that they won’t speak English.  So when they are fluent, I am so happy.  This girl does.  Her name is Jenny.  I put her in the smallest … Continue reading

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An update on “Johnny” and “Daisy.” Johnny is still a bit odd, and I think he has some ADD going on, and some language processing issues.  Both of those are really teaming up on him to be last to start … Continue reading

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I’m thinking of making a bet with a fellow teacher who happens to be an L.A. Kings fan.  The fan of the loser of tonight’s game has to wear the jersey of the winning team.  What do you think?  The … Continue reading

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New Student, Part II

I got a new girl today.  “Daisy”  She seemed to speak English well, and her mother wanted to help in class.  I asked her mom what she had in mind, and she couldn’t answer.  She doesn’t speak English.  How can … Continue reading

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