April 19

So after a week's vacation, I expected to be refreshed and ready  to conquer the last two months of the school year. But ironically, I find myself in a slum and pessimistic about the quickly approaching week ahead. I supposed that now is the time where the most energy, effort and creativity will go the furthest. The weather is getting warmer, the ELA and Math Exams are over for my 8th graders. My biggest dilemma is getting them to realize that their year is only half way through with two more State exams to complete, the Science and Social Studies. Raising the question to fellow colleagues on their tactics that are sure to get me through the last 8 weeks, I stay tuned for some encouraging feedback.