I ♥ my students

So, I know my last post was about school, but lately that's mostly what my life has consisted of. Besides, I can't emphasize enough how awesome my school is...the students, my colleagues, administration, everyone! This was a great week for me. I was in high spirits because I feel so comfortable and happy where I am. Swimming has been going well, and I have enjoyed getting to know more middle school students. Our first meet is December 6th and I'm so excited just to be at a meet again! On Tuesday of this week, the middle school celebrated fall by bobbing for apples. It was hiliarious; not just because of the dripping wet students but because it was so cold. It snowed a couple hours later! I have some great pics though (see link below). Even our principal did it. :-P My favorite thing about TCIS, though, is the relationships formed between the students and the teachers. You have to be so careful in the U.S., but here it is completely different. I just got back from 8th grade party. We invited the entire 8th grade class to come to one of the teacher's house for pizza and then to another teacher's house for dessert, games, and a movie. It was a blast! What a great group of kids! We ate yummy food, watched Lady in the Water, and played Uno, poker, and other card games. 30+ students came and everyone really enjoyed themselves. I think we are already planning another class party for the spring. hehe.

More school pictures--updated Nov. 22