What an awesome day we've had!!  The kids did a wonderful job singing for the residents at Linden Grove.  I'm so proud of them.  :)  We received lots of compliments from the staff there about our good behavior.  That really "fills our buckets"!

When we came back to school, we listened to the 7th and 8th grader's Advent prayers, and then voted on which teacher was wearing the ugliest Christmas sweater.  Ms. Sartoris (7th gr.) was the first place winner and deservedly so.  :) 

Due to the freezing rain and ice skating rink playground, we had indoor recess and watched Polar Express.  A great movie for this time of year.  Then we ended our day with a super fun Christmas party complete with Christmas Tree knock-down, a reindeer craft and delicious snacks.  The kids insisted that I open their gifts so they could see them.  I want to say "THANK YOU VERY MUCH!!!!" for your generosity!!  It is a blessing to have these kids with me.  I wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.  See you all on January 6th.  :)