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Passion Project
When I first started teaching, I had a group of four and five-year-old students. I saw a student at the store who was astonished that she was witnessing her teacher at the store. She shouted, "You go shopping too?!" I also had a student convinced that I had a bedroom inside the closet where I slept each night. It seems silly, but you never know what little minds think and how they make sense of the world around them.
My point in sharing this is that Flex Time with our Middle School students is a chance to emerge from behind the job norm. When our students see us doing something different, and even better, they experience something new alongside us, it is a chance to grow. The latest Flex Time adventure is painting a spot for our bus. A little fact that students learn about me is that I am always ready to tackle a craft or a DIY project. Also, I almost always think a DIY project is easier than it is. Nonetheless, I love leading Flex Time.
I extend this invitation to parents, grandparents, and beyond. Do you have a passion that you are willing to share? While many think leading a group of Middle School students might not be much fun, you must know you're mistaken. Our Middle School students are fun and continually teach me. So come on out and have some fun with us!
Kind Regards,
Erin Brinkley
Principal
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