1/31/12

The lights were dim in the classroom during my Math lesson because I was using the projector. I gave the class a problem to work on their own and then I hear "Ms. Torres we don't have good reception here!" from a student.
I turn to look at him and he is holding his solar calculator up searching for light. Hilarious! I actually was laughing outloud (which I don't do often). Sometimes their comedic timing is perfect.

1/30/12

I was explaining to my students why I was out on Friday.
"Around 1:30 AM on Friday I was taken to the emergency room because I was in so much pain. I am so sorry that I was gone! I missed you so much"
"Ms. Torrres, I knew it! I had so much suffering in my heart exactly at that time." a students says.
"Really? Are you that in tune with me?" I asked
"Well, no, but I am sorry you were in pain, don't apologize for not being here if you were in pain"
They do love me!!! <3 <3

They don't have to admit it but I know they were so happy to see me today! I was so happy to see them and to be back to work.

1/26/12

A table basket of supplies broke so I went into a cabinet and grabbed a new one and placed it on the studetn's table. Then I went into my drawer and grabbed a label for the basket.
One of my students was so surprised and said "Hey, where did that come from? Do you have a guy that knows a guy Ms. Torres? How did you get it so fast?"

1/25/12

Every morning I open my classroom door around 7:25-7:30 to let kids come in early and maybe get started or come in from the cold or rain. Everyday one of my students comes in and chats with me. Then when the bell rings and it is time to take attendance, she hides under the table to see if I will notice her and maybe mark her absent.
Really? She knows I know she is here. She really thinks I would forget? I am getting old, but come on!

1/11/12

"So Ms. Torres, have you seen the Muppets movie yet? You must it is so amaaaaazzzzziiiiiinnngggg!!! "
Random questions from my students. They are so much fun...sometimes

1/17/12

"Ms. Torres, why can't it be December again?" student says in the middle of Science class. "Why?" I ask. "Because then I can eat tamales again!!!"
Holiday food is amazing! I like how he thinks.

1/18/12

"I wish I was in your class from the beginning of the year?"student says.
"You like my class?" I ask.
"yes! It is a lot of fun!"
"What makes it fun? That I make fun of you?"
"No, it is that I can make fun of you and you don't get mad, just respond with better comebacks. No other teacher does that!"

1/19/12

"The Atmosphere is the part of Earth that contains a mixture of gases that surround the Earth."
"Gases! Hee hee hee!" said a student.
I have to remember that they are still 12 years old. Come on... you know you thought it too!

1/23/12

Today, Science lesson: "All matter is made of constantly moving particles. When particles move they have kinetic energy. The faster the particles move the more kinetic energy they have"
"Ms. Torres!! Then that means that I must have tons of kinetic energy, because I can't stop moving!!"

1/24/12

"For #17 you may answer the questions with a written explanation or you may draw a picture or diagram. I even wrote it on the board so you can remember. Does everyone know what to do? Great! You may beging!"
10 minutes later, 4 different students come up to me and ask "For #17 do i have to write or can I use a diagram?"
Next period, 6 students asked the same question.


AAAHHHHHH! Reallly?! I know I am loud, so why don't they listen!