Week 13

Week 13 flew by. We prepped candy on Monday, I was sick on Tuesday, had the candy sale on Wednesday, I was observed on Thursday, and we were off on Friday. So, it really was a short week, packed full with activities. The candy sale went better than expected. I wasn't sure we would sell everything we made in the 3 hours allotted. Instead, we SOLD OUT in about an hour and a half. I was so proud of my students! They did a great job setting up shop, running the cash register, and packing up people's treats.

Thursday we balanced all the spreadsheets, "paid our bills," and talked about profit and if the sale was worth it! They decided it was worth it and that we should do it again next year. Between the potato lunch and the candy sale, the students have raised close to $400 for a new basketball hoop for the Transition program.

On Thursday before break, I was pleasantly surprised to receive a few hugs from students as well as a few "miss you's". I am eager to get back into the swing of things next week and to finish up my 4 weeks there!! I will be very sad to leave such wonderful people and a wonderful place.

Schmidt Chapter Ten

Social Justice is important because every person should have a right to an education. Not just any education either, but a fair education by highly qualified teachers. I also think it is important to educate students about social justice. Social justice applies to all areas of life and students need to learn how to discern what is unjust in the world and be motivated to make a change. One way to create global citizens that was mentioned in the text was to read books about kids making a difference. This motivates students to also make a difference.

At the transition program, each morning we read the newspaper. I think this is a great way to show and discuss social justice going on in our town and the greater world. As a Christian, I know that I am called to be Jesus' hands and feet and to be just.