The More Teachers, the Merrier

Class last week was pretty smooth. This week is spring break and Naw-Ruz, so we plan to resume on March 25th.

Let me start by thanking the two substitutes who expertly nurtured the children, took photos and engaged each child.

Big sister holds hands tightly, as the little ones eagerly walk to class a few weeks ago.

Five kids attended today; one is out of the picture, exploring the classroom.
That's me with the cheesy grin.

Today there was a light rain, after months of dry days - and drought. No one came to class on their own, so at 3:55 I headed out to see if anyone wanted to come. We made it back to class around 4:15 to find the substitutes there and ready to go. It's true that there are some children who are more difficult when it comes to discipline, and I find myself considering not going by their home, justifying in my mind that 'class is late.' But when I remind myself that all children need to loved and taught, not just the ones who are easy to be around, I stop by anyway.

How was class today? More teachers yielded better behavior, more unity (and ease for me). It's also becoming clear that the kids who have acted the toughest, are responding the most to consistency of having class, and the love the teachers show in their kindness and attention. The more the merrier!