Set out the traps last night but nothing was caught. The cheese was not even toughed. I do believe that these suckers are reading some books and studying up because they are getting smart.
So today and tomorrow in class I am showing the movie Elf (starring Will Ferrell) to my classes. I love this movie and it is nice to give them (and myself) a break. Tis the season ya know. Well with the holidays soon approaching I must say with regret that I have not really gotten my Christmas shopping tapped yet. A couple of things here and there. Some things have really been tugging on my heart lately, which usually this time of year does for people. Let me explain: At Lee we have a program designed for the students called SAFE. This is a place where they can go if they are dealing with things. For example they have classes in anger management and other emotional troubles. Anyway they do a "Sponsor a student" thing for really underprivaleged students who would not otherwise have a Christmas, or any presents to open. I wanted to sponsor someone but forgot about it until last week. Last Thursday I went down to the office and there were only three students out of the entire school who had yet to be picked. I took a look and one of my students was on the list. She is a 7th grader of mine and one of eight children in her single parent home. She is always dirty, and never has any materials needed for schoolwork. I guess I never realized how bad off she was before, I would just get frustrated with her when she asks for pencil and paper everyday. Anyway my heart just really goes out for her because she is definitely got some emotional and self esteem issues because of her family life. Needless to say I got her some things. The coolest thing about this program is that she will ahve no idea that it is I who gave. I hate to say that it has taken the holiday season for me to reach out and help and it makes me sick to think that I am this way. I honestly think that my purpose her on earth is to serve others. Sorry to make this so long but I would like to end with this thought. Please do not just open your heart to others during the holiday season, let it extend throughout the years.