We are in full-force potty training on 261 Notable Lane. On monday I decided enough was enough with the pull-ups and put her in big girl undies! I am pleased to say that she is staying dry at night and during naps. She averages only one accident a day, which is at daycare, after nap. She has not pooped in the potty so that will be the next task. I am blazing through suckers and skittles. Emma Grace is quick to remind me that she deserves the reward after each visit to the potty. I will be moving to stickers soon.


Today was the last day of 6th grade orientation. This will be another interesting year. I am afraid that the newbie's that have been hired have NO idea what they are about to experience. I had one teacher ask me today if there would be LEP (Limitied English Profiency) students included with her inclusion class. I politely said, "Yes. there will be LEP students in all of your classes" I continued to inform her that every student will have some category: EC (exceptional children), LEP, TD (talent development), FRL (free-reduced lunch) .... the list goes on. I told her she would be lucky if they only fell in one category. I honestly do not think that teachers from well to do areas fully realize the type of work that we have to do. Teaching is hard no matter where you are...but I think it is particulary challenging to teach in a school where the majority of the students basic needs are not being met.