Day 17

No post yesterday because of absolute crap-type day. I got called out on some thing, and rightfully so, but names were hidden, other issues were brought up, so I was generally in a foul mood yesterday. I came back today the only way I know how, by proving everyone wrong. It was the same thing last year. People say something bad, show them up, and today I did. I still do not know who brought it up, and I would like to know, to understand the situation better and to make amends, but I'm in no rush to keep the crap afloat.

Today was much better though, save one moment near the end of the day, involving another teacher in a wholly unprofessional behavior. That situation will be worked on tomorrow, so no bad details here. On to the good news.

1. Today there were revolving rehearsals for the school's Winter music concert. Mr. Novick is bold and brave enough to try to get about 400+ students to perform. Aside from logistics, it looks like it will be wonderful.
2. This morning I got D-Troope to practice reading a book independently. He was able to work through a page on his own, practicing reading it until it sounded like talking.
3. Something got into Xander today. He was raising his hands and wanting to talk. He was jamming up on stage for "Feliz Navidad" and "Lean on Me." He was giggling, talking (at least trying very hard to). And he wrote a page about Santa Claus. I feel like we are approaching a breakthrough in terms of his communication. Boy was trying so hard today, I was so proud. He was generally acting like a very social and energetic person, you know...like most 6 year olds should be. We are getting better with him.
4. The problems I had, I dealt with swiftly, got the children to understand, and when I could not work them out I brought in the proper authorities and followed up with them.

Overall it was a very professional and positive and encouraging day. I'd like to thank my neighbor teacher for helping me out the past two days during the rough waters into which I've been tossed. She has acted as a buffer and a support, and I will have to repay kindness. Without her kind words I would feel sunk right now.