First semester reports are going home this afternoon. I always loved report card day as a kid, but this isn't true for a lot of my kiddies. However, when I was looking at our team's report cards, I was humbled by how well some of the kids are doing in my class. We're talking the awkward, shy, "weird" kids-- they're rocking my class and failing the easier classes. Please don't get me wrong, other kids are failing my class. But, I find it so rewarding to have these social misfits trying and succeeding in my class. It feels like an A+.
Everytime this season comes around, I wish I had the power to issue report cards to more than my students. Say, some colleagues, bosses, businesses, family members and friends. Some cards would let them know what a great job they're doing: "you are so encouraging and kind-- you made my day three times in the past two months". Others would be a swift kick in the butt. Um, you're going to be an acquaintance a long time before you pass to friendship. Conduct needs improvement.
Plus, I'd like the no-nonsense feedback report cards for myself from loved ones, strangers, colleagues. I sometimes give into self-delusion. Apparently, lavendar isn't my color as my brother pointed out, and maybe I'm a little too free expressing my opinions and not so good at hearing others. A list of strengths and weaknesses is good. I always was strong at Language Arts and History but not so much in Math and Science. The trend continues.
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