Sometimes the stars align and it is a great day.
Today was one of those days. It was the first day that everyone was there since Thanksgiving! I was feeling anxious last night, worrying about all of the different ways the day could turn out. I am glad I didn't let that worry get the best of me, because having a positive attitude to start the day makes a big difference.
A day like today would be great in any class. However, I don't have any class. I'm teaching a special education class with a lot of students who struggle with emotional regulation and behaviors. Today, some of my most challenging students had a PERFECT day! Today was they day we have been dreaming about since August.
My student who had been gone, came back and fell right back into their routines. This is extremely impressive considering they had been away so many days and don't usually adapt to change well. All the hard work we did to teach these routines was not for nothing. This student remembered what they needed to do and they did it.
While we were working on math, he accidentally ripped his box of crayons when he was opening it. I offered to help him tape it, while I did this he said "Ms. Martel, your amazing teacher."
This made my heart melt. They have never said anything like this before. I wanted to cry.
This student struggles with speaking, they usually don't use complete sentences. I was not only touched by what they said, but I was impressed with how they said it.
Today was a win. A victory.
Even if tomorrow is crazy, I know how good it can be and I'm going to keep working towards days like today.
Happy Thursday!
Also, my student made this cute snowman... I think they should try claymation! 
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