Busy, Busy, Busy

For those of you who don't know, I've started graduate school pursuing a MA in Special Education. I've only had two classes so far, but I can already tell that the courses will be challenging, but fun. I'm currently enrolled in Into to Special Education and a seminar course in Multicultural Education. So far most of the readings have related to sociology (my undergraduate degree). However, with these courses we'll actually be applying our acquired knowledge. That will be a nice change of pace from sociology, where you just study and memorize theories.

Also, I've accepted a full time job working as a Special Education Paraeducator at Fountain-Fort Carson High School. I'm spending my days collaborating with teachers in their classrooms and working in the Resource Room. So far, I've just been "baby-sitting" some students who have behavior issues, but soon I'll be working alongside those students who have been identified as needing a little extra help. My coworkers have all been great in showing me the ropes but are always quick to point out that I look like I should be attending high school, not working in a high school. :)

Other than that, we've just been enjoying our last couple weeks before the big D. It's finally hit me that it's real and that it's SOON. I wish that the denial stage could have lasted a just a little bit longer...

Main Entrance of the HS- Home of the Trojans