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My Joy List

1. Collaborating with other related services providers and problem solving together. The hive mind is a great thing!

2. Coming up with meaningful ways to work with students on both their gross motor, academic skills and/or functional skills.

3. Seeing the look of triumph on a students face when they have been working SO hard on something and they finally achieve it.

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My JOY List!

1.) Student growth/engagement:

their "aha" moments/when they use skills/strategies that they have learned.

2.) Creating positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues.

3.) Designing fun, hands-on learning experiences for my students.

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My Joy List

1. Watching students grow from middle school babies to high school graduates.

2. Having students excited that I bought a series for the library that they recommended to me.

3. Playing collaborative games with students and seeing them positively interact with each other and not on their phones.

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My joy list:

1. Collaborating with my colleagues to develop strategies and ideas for hands-on activities that are meaningful for my students.

2. Watching my students find joy when they are learning a math skill that has been challenging for them in the past but they have figured out how to use the tools they have to be successful in practicing and mastering the skill.

3. Incorporating guided meditation and movement activities for my students so they can take needed breaks throughout each day.

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MY JOY LIST!

1) Watching students feel a sense of calm when my therapy dog curls up next to them when they are frustrated, have had peer conflicts, or in general need a boost.

2) I enjoy collaborating with colleagues when lessons or units lend themselves to it.

3) I feel joy when I see my former middle school students after they have gone to the high school smile and wave at me from the parking lot.

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My joy list:

1. Watching students finally understand a tough concept. Sometimes my class can be tough and I'm grateful to be able to witness this continually throughout the school year.

2. Doing weird things often enough in the classroom that the students start doing them too (e.g. the queen wave and bad dancing during awkward silences)

3. Creating lasting bonds with my students and seeing them to continue to grow after graduation

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1. Watching my students grow and succeed.

2. Working closely with students and their families to support their learning and social emotional needs in and out of the classroom.

3. Classroom discussions about what students enjoy, and how they like to spend their time outside of school. I hear some very funny stories at these times!

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Talking about dogs and cats in school makes us all smile!

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My JOY list!

1) My mindfulness practice brings me joy and calms me. It grounds me to remember what matters.

2) Connecting with my friends at work and doing little things to bring joy to the people around me makes me happy.

3) I greatly enjoy designing fun learning experiences for my students.

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1. Student “aha” moments: Seeing a student finally understand a tricky word, concept, or story, and watching their confidence grow.

2. Sharing a love of reading: Watching students get excited about books, discuss stories with each other, and choose to read for fun.

3. Collaborating with colleagues: Exchanging ideas, celebrating wins, and supporting each other to make our classrooms stronger and more engaging.

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1. Seeing student growth and engagement, being part of that process with them!

2. Building positive connections and relationships with students, families, and colleagues.

3. Supportive colleagues to collaborate, grow, and reflect with.

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1. I like doing an instant activity because it allows me to greet the students and see how they are feeling when they come into my class. It allows me time to talk with them one on one especially if I see them coming in without a smile on their face.

2. I started a coffee cart which allows me time to spend with my coworkers and we don't talk about school! Everyone is in such a great mood that they are talking about what brings them joy!

3. Having a support coteacher. He is always willing to try new ideas and dress up in costume. No idea is too our there. It's so fun!

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My Joy List

1. Student Breakthroughs: Seeing a student finally master a skill or gain confidence in their reading brings me so much joy. Those lightbulb moments remind me that all the small steps and consistent effort truly make a difference.

2. Meaningful Connections: Building relationships with students and watching them feel safe, seen, and valued in our reading space fills my heart. Knowing they trust me enough to take risks and share their thoughts is one of the best parts of teaching.

3. Creative Lesson Planning: I love finding new, engaging ways to teach—whether it’s through a hands-on activity, a story that sparks discussion, or a fun literacy game. Bringing learning to life and watching students get excited about it keeps my passion for teaching strong.

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1. When my students take a risk and try something new!

2. Working with my colleagues on a collaborative performance. It's amazing to share the joy of music together.

3. When I hear stories of students playing their instruments after they graduate from school. Always so fun to hear!

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1. I started doing daily attendance questions in my classroom. At the beginning, I created the questions to model. Then, I asked a different student each day for a new question. This was a quick 5 minute activity that allowed us to get to know eachother and build a positive relationship. I would then use their answers to get to know each of them individually and show an interest in their interests!

2. Having a supportive administration. They back me up 100% and even helped me create or proof read emails to parents.

3. Incorporating music - Songs about topics like Cambodian Genocide, Black Plague, Otto von Bismark/German Unification, etc.

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1. Creating an inside joke with my class. Last year, a student created a mascot of three foam dice stacked on top of each other and named him Bob. Bob is still talked about in the hallways!!!

2. Having the best grade level team. Teamwork really does make the dream work. We are each other's anchors when the seas get rough. I could not do it without them!

3. The lightbulb moments. When a student finally "gets it" or does whatever it is by themselves for the first time. They are always so proud and it makes my heart warm.

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1. Seeing students be curious.

2. Trying new activities.

3. Hearing about students' future plans.

4. The moments when a student figures something out.

5. When students are kind to one another.

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1. Creating authentic connections with students and teachers.

2. Talking to the students about their lives, extracurricular, and things that bring them joy!

3. Watching how my students grow academically and as people throughout the school year.

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1. Seeing my kiddos walk in each day with a smile.

2. When a students struggled with a concept and you witness that moment it clicks.

3. When my students are kind and caring to each other without being told to be.

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1. When students come and ask for the next book in the series they are reading because they are almost finished and don't want to be without a book to read.

2. When students come in just to give me a hug and tell me I am their favorite librarian.

3. When we finish a project and I ask was it worth the effort and they tell me yes!

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1. Seeing students grow both intellectually and emotionally.

2. Laughing with students.

3. My fun, supportive, intelligent colleagues who always have my back!

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1. Students helping and encouraging each other

2. Bright, cheerful classroom decorations and student artwork

3. A lesson that goes (almost!) exactly as planned

4. Watching a student light up when they finally "get it"

5. Listening to students share their thoughts during a read-aloud

6. Quiet, focused work time where everyone is engaged

7. Spontaneous hugs or high-fives from students

8. Funny or sweet things students say during the day

9. Celebrating birthdays or classroom accomplishments together

10. Seeing students take pride in their own learning and progress

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1. When my students have "aha moments"-their excitement and smile <3

2. My colleagues-supporting each other, sharing ideas, and morning coffee

3. Being able to work in the same school my children attend.

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My Joy List:

1. When my kids say, "This is the best day ever!" at least once a week.

2. When I sing and dance silly songs with my kids.

3. When my students are engaged and so excited about things we do in class.

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1) When we play a math game or use math manipulatives for 30 minutes and then the kids ask "When are we doing math"?

2) When I hear a student comment on how much fun they had in school that day.

3) When I pull students to do small group reading and they say "I love reading with you".

4) Working with such positive colleagues.

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1. When my students learn something that they didn't know. I love those "aha" moments and seeing the growth of my students.

2. Listening to my students stories and getting to be part of their lives

3. Listening to my students laugh!

4. Working with my team in my school. We all rely on each other to help our students.

5. When my students are engaged in learning. I love when my kids say, "that was so fun", or "the day flew by"

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1 - I love hearing my students laugh. Laughing helps us all destress and enjoy the day just a bit more.

2 - I love getting my kids up and moving. We plan movement breaks during the day and my students now enjoy leading them.

3-When a previous student stops by just to say hi. We make such connections with our students each year - it's a great feeling to see them and that they took the time to say HI.

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1) When students are excited to come to reading and constantly ask if they can stay longer.

2) When a struggling reader has an "aha" moment or they are using strategies/ skills we have discussed as they read/ write.

3) Spending time with my team laughing over coffee or a snack, as well as laughing with my students over something silly .

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1. When a student gives me a picture they drew for me because they love coming to reading.

2. Laughing with my colleagues about something funny our kindergartners said.

3. When my students start using a skill I taught them to help them in their reading.

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#1: Laughing together with my students! Laughing together with my work besties!

#2: Hearing the students coming down the hall, excited and making a ruckus, because they can't wait to get to math!

#3: The pride students take in a job well done!

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1. When students are kind and caring to each other without any prompting from me.

2. When students are excited about what we are doing and don't want to stop.

3. Working with the most amazing students and wonderful co-teacher.

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My Joy List

1. Witnessing students' "aha" moments when they grasp difficult concepts.

2. Collaborating with passionate colleagues who share creative ideas and support each other’s growth.

3. Incorporating creative activities like art or interactive lessons that make learning engaging and fun.

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1. When students are engaged and motivated!

2. When students ask me how my day is, we can have great conversations and still stay on task

3. My supportive colleagues and mentors

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My Joy List:

1. When students are excited about what we are doing

2. When I get to introduce games, songs, activities, etc. that I did when I was in school

3. When my students truly see the importance of learning a new language, and tell me all about how they used Spanish while on vacation, watching a video on Tik Tok, etc.

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1. The kids "Aha" Moments

2. Laughter with my colleagues

3. When I helped someone find their why or I was supported in my own why