School

A few weeks ago, Representatives from Togiak National Wildlife Refuge, came in to my class to talk to us about an art and literature calendar competition to which kids can submit writing and art representing the refuge. It worked out perfectly since, during science my students have been studying migratory birds. They don't technically get art in school, but they get it now!

I gave her some oil pastels, showed her how to blend, and she was off. It's even more amazing now that it's finally finished. Love it!

The kids all complained when I made them start using only construction paper to begin, because cut paper requires really different thinking and it's hard. Anyway, their complaints were worth it. His colors and technique remind me a lot of Edward Munch's Scream

This kid has shown a huge transformation this year. I love that about teaching. You are able to see kids evolve as little people. He loves art by the way, and is obviously very talented. I absolutely love the trees and their colors. I am amazed at the depth he is able to convey. He said it's the view behind his house.

She made a little bird nursery. So much going on, so fantastic. She also did some really great writing about the Yellow Warbler to go along with this.

I really like my job. Some people say teaching is a thankless job, but I couldn't disagree more. I have never felt that my efforts have gone unnoticed, especially not by the kids, who, no matter where I've gone are always the most candidly complementary people a person could encounter. Last night a friend here told me that next year, he has to do something that involves less emotion. After teaching, I don't think I could ever do one of those jobs.