New Resource, National Conference, and a Vacation

I'm finally back from the National Conference in Vegas and my vacation following.  I feel terribly behind and it's summer.  Don't you hate that feeling?  I moved classrooms the three days following the conclusion of our school year but found out while on vacation that I'm moving again.  Can you sense my "FREAK OUT"?  As you are aware, I'm moving grade levels, trying to finish my sub tubs, completing my focus walls, and enjoying what is left of summer break.  As for now, I'm going to have to put a hold on all the request.  Sorry guys, it's time to prep the year. 

I managed to finish a file before the panic set in. I created "Cute" Classroom Door Hangers. Why does it seem the minute you step out of the classroom is when you are needed the most?  Although I'm required to use a walkie talkie when leaving class, it doesn't fail that visitors are seeking my location.  I created a file using cutie patootie Melonheadz clipart to identify the location in which my class has visited.  You will find three options of door hangers to meet printing needs.  

Door Hanger Descriptions: 
Stop and Go
We are at Recess
We are at PE
We are in the Library
We are in the Media Center
We are at Music
We are at Art
Visiting ____
We are in the Science Lab
We are at Lunch
We are on a Field Trip
Quiet Please: Testing
At the Water Fountain
In the Office
We are in ______'s Room
We are in the Computer Lab
and In the Bathroom

If you are interested in the door hangers, you can link through the first image.  






Here are a few pictures from Vegas...






The week wasn't filled with all recreation, I promise.  If you check my Facebook Fan Page and Instagram (link on sidebar), you'll find lots of visuals from the different presentations. There were some REALLY creative ideas.

After Vegas, I flew to Atlanta where my husband picked me up and we traveled to the Blue Ridge Mountains.  What a remarkable place.  The cabin was miles from several states.  Matter of fact, while horseback riding, we could see Georgia, North Carolina, and Tennessee in one spot.  We ate dinner in McCaysville, Gerogia and Copperhill, Tennessee at the same time.  No Kidding.  The state line runs through the middle of the town.  We sat on the line and ate in both states.



10 comments:

Hoffer said...

Bahahaha LOVE that pic of us!!
Kaci
Mrs. Hoffer's Spot

MRs hodge said...

I had such a great time in Vegas!! I love the pics! I'm so glad we got to meet and hang out! :)

Miss Kindergarten said...

You need a vacation from your vacation!!! I love your door hangers! So cute :)

test said...

Love the hangers and the pictures (especially the Ron Clark one!)! Hopefully next year I can join all of you! :)

Mary

Kathleen Schill said...

It looks like you guys had a blast!!! Are you looping to first this year?! That would be great if you were; that is where I am heading this year. My fingers are crossed ;)!

You will get everything done, deep breaths ;)! I totally am in the same boat though!

Kathleen
K-3 Kathleen

Tiffani said...

So glad we finally got to meet in person. Your second vacation looks like a ton of fun.
Tiffani

Shelley H said...

Love your post! I sure wish I could've been there! Good luck on getting everything ready for the new school year! You can do it!

Shelley

The Perks of Teaching Primary (on vacation :) )

kinder-gardening said...

What a great vacation! You need to come rafting on the west coast next year!! My husband runs a wonderful nonprofit rafting company on rivers in California, Oregon, Idaho and Utah!. Isn't a blast? Welcome home!

Unknown said...

So much fun! Love your pics! And your door hangers are adorable! :)
Cheryl
Crayons and Curls

Alessia Albanese said...

I LOVED seeing you again this year! So glad we got to spend time together....next year, shopping!!! Looks like you are having a wonderful summer! Enjoy every minute!

Ѽ Alessia
Mrs. Albanese’s Kindergarten Class