100th Day of School

Friday was the 100^th day of school!

It’s hard to believe we’ve been in school for 100 days already.  When I sit down at the end of the day, however, I feel it!

We had a party on Friday to celebrate making it through that many days of school.

We made necklaces (or halos) with 100 Fruit Loops,

had a competition to see which team could build the tallest tower out of 100 straws,

and dressed up like 100 year olds!

My kids had a blast and were so entertained that there were hardly any behavior problems. What a blessing that was!

Looking back over the past 100 days, I think the biggest thing I’ve learned (if I can narrow it down to one) is that kids are extremely loving. When they feel like you love them and want them to do well, they have a much easier time performing well for you. Most of my kids genuinely want to please me by making good choices.

The good thing about this is not that it cuts down on behavior management issues (although that is a plus!), but it shows them that there is a reward for treating others well. They learn to value the good marks they receive and are proud of themselves. I child who feels successful is much more likely to believe in him or herself!

It has been a difficult, complicated, emotionally trying, patience growing, entirely enjoyable 100 days.