Project 180 officially started with a radical first step: I gave every kid an A. For the entire year.

Since then, though in truth the radical rebel still resides in room 206, I have taken less-crazy steps towards turning education upside down.

This week, feeling an abundance of appreciation for my little humans, I decided to start giving out thank you cards (2 per period). An “A” for the day. “A” for Appreciation.

So, I stocked up on my thank you cards, and started appreciating kids, seeking to personalize my gratitude for each one. Here are some of the things I have appreciated this week.

Thank you for your awesome attitude and work ethic.

Thank you for sharing yourself during Smiles and Frowns.

Thank you for allowing me to experience life and learning with you. I am wowed by your wisdom every day.

Thank you for always getting the party started with Smiles and Frowns.

Thank you for being a good sport with my kidding and joking.

Thank you for your “thank you” and “goodbye” to end my day each day.

Thank you for being you.

Thank you for being a leader.

Thank you for your crooked smile when you pass each day for Smiles and Frowns. Someday, you’ll share. Right. Either way, the smile is enough.

Thank you for your GIANT spirit. You lift us all.

So, here I go again, handing out A’s like candy. No empty calories, though. Just sweet smiles as the kids digest a daily dose of appreciation.

Today’s Trail

Along today’s trail we will experience…

…connecting through Smiles and Frowns.

…(mostly) wrapping up our media exploration for our Truth Projects.

…reflecting in our Journey Journals.

…hearing a Sappy Sy Rhyme.

Happy Friday, all. Have a great weekend.

Do. Reflect. Do Better. (And show some appreciation along the way.)