So, my birthday is tomorrow and my students have been so excited. I love my birthday, but I couldn't figure out why they were so excited. I had heard a few things and thought they were planning something, but I didn't know what was in store. My friend Lauri (who works at my school) took me out to lunch yesterday. We went to one of my favorite places, Kneaders, and I had my favorite sandwich, Turkey Bacon Avocado. It was nice to get out of the school for a bit and visit with an awesome friend! Little did I know, my students were back at the school decorating my classroom for my surprise party. I got back and had to let the 5th Grade classes in from recess. My students went in before me. When I opened the door they all yelled "surprise." It was very chaotic, but I tried so hard to step out of the teacher role and let them have a little fun. I found out later that they had been planning this for quite a while. One of the students collected a dollar from every student to buy a cake (which another good friend, Amy, purchased and brought to the school. Thanks Amy!!!). One student brought drinks, and others brought ice cream, balloons, streamers, etc. They plugged my laptop into the classroom sound system and turned on my favorite songs. Every detail of the party had been thought out and planned. Needless to say, I've always known I have the best class and this just goes on to prove it! They are awesome and I LOVED my party!!! Thank you to all of my fabulous students and friends who helped with my fun party! (We got some really cute pictures, but I can't show student's faces. Here are some that are okay.)
They got me a fun hat to wear. They made sure it was red, my favorite color.
Here is the cute and yummy cake!
