Last day of AP angst... woo!

Got up, and it's 31 degrees-- it'll warm quickly, I think. But rain is in the forecast, but I'm not mad about it. We planted the herbs yesterday, Holly and I. Now, we can hope that they get watered naturally-- it's still too cold at night to turn on the outside water. 

I'll be at work all day today, because there's a staff meeting I must attend. So, I assume I'll get something or other done. Not sure what-- with the AP testing gutting classes, I haven't had much to teach, let alone collect to grade. I don't mind, really. I have some other things I should be looking at. I have ideas for improvement, too, for both of my "heavy hitter" classes. This year has been a real learning experience for me, and I'm glad I have had to figure it out as I go. That way, I can honestly say I've dug into the whole AP thing. I'm still not that convinced it's what we need, but we have it, and I'll do my best to make it as valuable as possible. 

That said, today is the AP Lang exam. I am stuck in the library again for 3.5 hours with my classes; I ought to have full attendance today, but alas, in the library. We'll make do. 

On that note, I'll say ciao for now. Have a blessed day. Stay strong, be loud when you have to be, and hug your loved ones. 

C




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