7 down, 178 to go!

This is a familiar refrain for both students and teachers.  I'll admit, I've even been guilty of the "counting game."  I can honestly say that this year has started off better than most.  We have a new principal who is making every effort to put procedures in place for smooth transitions between classes and at the beginning and end of the school day.  There has been some grumbling, but for the most part, students are adapting and even thriving!  My new SMARTboard is up and running with really LOUD speakers.  I can see we're going to have lots of fun with that.  I can't wait for some of the action scenes we'll watch together!   Students willingly run the Board and even fight over who gets the job.  We're going to keep this high energy going and have a great year!