Day of ups and downs

hrmmm.

First off for the bad news, or not exactly the best/wanted news, I was denied for both positions in Houston. Again a form letter of rejection. Not nearly as upset this time around. I had been holding off on checking the email since Friday. Finally checked it today after school, and the stin wa not as much as expected. I checked my email with kind of a "meh to whatever" attitude. Yeah it stings with jealous tinges. I sent an email back to the people with a couple of questions, so we'll see what happens.

On to better news.

1. My principal finally got around to observing me yesterday. Kind of a botched lesson on static electricity in my eyes. Evidently she liked it, even though it didn't really take on the kids. I guess my honest and forthright reflection afterwards was a good thing.
2. Dill had a mostly good day. First in a while. Not perfect, but progressing. That's something I like to see in all my kids.
3. Cher's father is seemingly more helpful. He is showing real concern about his daughter, which is a good step.
4. My principal also let slip some complementary words from my grade level chair. At least I'll take them as a complement. They both recognize the children that I like to work with.
5. As a result I had a really good conversation with my principal. I felt like an educator having a discussion with a colleague, not just an employee talking to a boss. She seemed to respect and appreciate the things that I was saying.

Another bit of good news. I'll be teaching first grade next year. Fresh batch. I get to tell the kindergarten teachers tomorrow.