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The Chalk Talks

A place where teachers can breathe, vent and LAUGH!!

February 2008 - Posts

Just Learn To Balance A Ball On Your Nose, And We'll Call It A Day
Today was our first day back together after our winter break. And while I absolutely contemplated poking myself in the eye when my alarm went off at 5 a.m., I was happy to see my friends today. They are just so damn cute. Now if I'm honest with you, I'll Read More...
Don't Mess With the Best, Cuz the Best Don't Mess
So, by a show of hands, how many other teachers out there worry sometimes that they are working with some real idiots?? Anyone? Or am I all alone on this one?? Seriously, I find it scary sometimes how some of the most basic things I teach (telling time Read More...
You Can Pick Your Friends, And You Can Pick Your Nose, But You Can't Pick Your Friend's Nose
This is my first year in second grade. I have taught first grade for the past six years. I heart second grade. Seriously, my kids are rockstars. But I have to admit that all the social drama is a bit new to me. In first grade, we fought and tattled on Read More...
Update....
Sorry for the lack of updates friends. I have been STRUNG OUT!! But before I continue complaining, she has hair. Phew. Did not want to deal with that one. Mom said she couldn't do it in the end. Thank goodness. And guess what? Girfriend is still being Read More...