A Place to Learn and Share
Welcome to my class blog. This will be a space for sharing ideas and engaging in some ongoing conversations around posted topics. I hope you will feel comfortable commenting.
I’d like to use this space today to introduce myself. First let me say that I’m very excited to be teaching at Waters Edge this year.
I have been a teacher for 25 years. My first 20 were in the classroom where I have taught 1st, 2nd, 4th and 5th grade students. I taught at Coral Sunset Elementary, Waters Edge Elementary (yes, I’m back!), and Sunrise Park Elementary. For the last 5 years, I have been a district administrator where my job has been mostly to help teachers learn to use technology effectively in their classrooms.
I’ve always missed teaching students but more so recently. So, when I heard about all the great things happening at Waters Edge, I decided that I really wanted to be a part of such a wonderful learning experience.
Do you ever get nervous on the first day of school? We all do. It always makes me nervous when I meet someone for the first time. I wonder if the person will like me and what impression I will make. I want people to know that I’m friendly and I also want them to know that I ask a lot of questions, not because I’m nosy or trying to argue, but because I’m curious.
What do you want people to know about you when you meet them for the first time?
(To my students, as a reminder, the first week optional homework assignment is posted below.)
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I wish you the best during your time returning to the classroom. I just hope the students learn to understand how bright their future is going to be while learning from you.
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Congratulations to all. I cannot even imagine the opportunities that will be created this year!
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Your students will be lucky to have you as their teacher, because I know without a doubt that you will get them started on many exciting journeys. Coming to school will be an adventure for them (and for you)! Best wishes for a year to remember!
Now for your question: When I first meet someone, I want them to know that I love hearing stories about things that happened to them personally and people in their families. We all have fun and interesting stories about our real lives, and it helps me to get to know someone if they share anecdotes like that.
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The beginning of school is always charged with the energy of excitement and sometimes fear. Meeting new people and wondering what they think of you makes for a nervous situation. When I first meet people I work very hard at putting a smile on my face and keeping it there. That smile is the key to making people feel welcome.
Your students are so lucky to have you as their teacher because you come to school with so much experience and enthusiasm for trying new things. This blog is just a small part of the new adventures you and your students will enjoy!
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Congratulations! Have a wonderful year!
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Mrs. Kolbert – welcome back to Waters Edge!!!
Your students will be so lucky to enjoy the benefits of your experience. And you are going to enjoy the students, as well. They’re a great bunch of kids!
When I meet someone for the first time, I always manage to do something goofy and embarrassing. (or at least I think I do!) The good thing about the first day of school is that everyone’s in the same boat – or should I say desk? It’s a chance to start fresh, even with people you’ve met before.
Looking forward to seeing you, and keeping up with your new blog.
So glad to have you with us again.
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Thank you so much for your comments. @Angela, I’m looking forward to working with you again, too.
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I’d like people to know that I can be kind, and funny. I can have anger problems. But hey, everyone has there moments.
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I want people to know that i am a nice person and that i have a lot of talent!!!
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i want people to know that i am caring and a great friend to others
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I want people to know that I am curious about everything.I love to learn about history,science,art,and other cultures. At times,I’m a bit nervous about trying new things.I feel that it’s important for people to know that I include everyone.I also love making new friends.
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I like to play baseball and I am a sporty kid.I am nice and friendly.
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What I would want people to know about me is that I am a nice person and am very curious. I’m funny, I love to laugh and enjoy playing soccer and doing gymnastics. I look forward to getting to know you and learning a lot.
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I want them to know that I am very energetic and love baseball and math.
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I want people to know that I like coin collecting. Also, I play football and I do karate. I am very friendly. I am good at making friends.
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I am a nice, kind and a friendly person. I like drama and playing basketball. I like to make new friends.
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I can’t wait to be in your class!
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I’m very kind and smart.
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I am kind,friendly,smart,i play football,soccer,baseball,basketball, i like to swim in lakes or pools,and I am a good friend.
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I am very excited to be in your class. I like to be helpful. I’m fun, caring and kind. I’m looking forward to making new friends in forth grade.
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I am passionate about soccer, love reading and I am nice.
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I want people to know that I am a friendly person who loves to play golf and to learn about ancient history. I can`t to be in class with you.
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I want people to know that I am a nice person who loves to make new friends. I also love playing soccer and doing cheerleading. It was so nice meeting you and I can’t wait for school to start.
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Mrs. Kolbert and class,
I stopped by your class blog to catch up on what is going on so far in your classroom. I love to see what Mrs. Kolbert is doing. Mrs. Kolbert, you must be thrilled with your students this year. Your students sound absolutely wonderful. To Mrs. Kolbert’s student you are in for a super year with Mrs. Kolbert. I know this because I use to work with Mrs. Kolbert and she is outstanding. She will have all kinds of interesting activities for you. Have a great year!
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I like soccer, football, and hockey.I also like read.
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I am shy but curious. I like all subjects. My
favorite color is orange. I have a pet Rat and
French Bulldog. My favorite sport is soccer. I am
very good with people. I love nature and landforms, also rocks and minerals.
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Reading is my favorite thing to do. Do you like reading as well? I love animals, though my favorites are wolves, lions, tigers, cheetas, and lizards. I am hungry to learn.
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My favorite thing to do is to play sports. My favorite football team is the Philadelphia Eagles. I am fun and athletic, I can’t wait to get to know you.
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I want people to know I am a nice person and I like to meet people. My favorite color is green and I like to hoolahoop. I am excited for fourth grade because I will learn more things than I did last year.
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My name is Miles and I love to play tackle football, baseball and basketball. I hope we all get along this year.
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I want other people to know that I am nice, friendly, and a good friend to others. I like to write, direct, and be in plays. I also like to play tennis. I love animals, and I have 5 pets! I am so excited to be in your class.
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I want people to know that I like soccer, flag football, and basketball. This summer I experienced all sports and activities in Maine at a sleep away camp called Takajo!!
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I’m Eriel WITH AN E! I love hula hooping, jumping rope, and spending social time with my friends!I hope that everyone is as thrilled as I am to get school started up and ready to go.I also love to play, play,PLAY!I love my new friends at school!
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I want people to know i am a nice person. My favorite sport is basketball. i like to meet new people. Also GO GATORS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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in kindergarten i got so nervous,i couldent speak.but all of the other kids cheered me up.
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i want people to know i love baseball and coin collecting.i am very friendly and nice.
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i love mrs.kolberts class!!!!
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Hi my name is Emilia I am good at basketball,gymnastics and i LOVE track and field i am also great with any animal you can name. I hope we all become friends
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When I first meet a person, I want them to know that I love science espesialy bugs! I also love soccer and hoolihooping!!!!!!!
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I want people to know I am a nice person and that I do gymnastics.
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I want people to know that I love making friends. I’m a kind and caring person. I love reading, history and the theater. I also love playing the piano.
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Hi,
I’m Remi and I want you to know that I am a kind and truthful kid who loves to laugh and have fun! I love basketball,tennis,football and soccer. I also love dancing! I like learning and my favorite subjects are science and math. I have a really cute and cuddly dog named Lucy!!!
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I’m looking forward to this year!!! I also want people to know I’m a nice kid. And always attentative to learn!! I’m usually a sporty kid that looves swimming!!! As I was explaning before, I cherish reading, I love non fiction books, reading is freeing !! I also love science. Science isn’t fun experiments, It’s SERIOUS information, my favorite things to learn in science are the human body, cells, microscopic things and animals. What’s your fave subject? anyway, so don’t be shy I’ve been through first days too, you’ll make it. Have a great year and remember don’t be shy, everyone’s gone through first days.
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Hi, my name is Maya. I love sports and music. I want people to know that I am very fun to be around. My favorite subjects in school are math and writing. I also like dancing. I am really looking forward to this year.
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Hi, My name is Kim and even though I’m sad that summer is over I am looking forward to forth grade. I like to play sports and I like to play piano. And i’m happy to see all my friends.
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Hi,my name is Taylor.I am very glad that I get to be part of your class this year.I hope that we have a wonderful year together.See you in class!
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Hi my name is Taylor. I want you to know that I am a very nice person and care about others. Two of my passions are crafts and dance.I am a very good artist and can draw many things.Two days ago me and my very handsome father watched a movie about Anne Frank. I thought it was going to be scary at first, but then I got more into it. It was very interesting but a little sad. I hope we all have a great year together.
From your friend,
Taylor:]
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I am really looking forward to a great school year and I am enjoying it already. I like to play sports. Soccer is my favorite sport of all. Sometimes I get a little shy and quiet around other people. I am a good big brother, a very nice boy,and a great listener. I also like to make friends. I miss summer, but I am ready for fourth grade.
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I want people to think i am nice and fun.
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I want people to know that I am a very friendly and fun person. I like to play ice hockey, board games, play with my dogs, and swim.
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Hi students! Hi Mrs. Kolbert! I am excited to see what your class is going to create this year. You have a great teacher! Have a great school year!
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Hi,I am Maria,
I want you to know that I am a very fun loving person, I love basketball and soccer, and one of my favorite subjects is science. I especialy love to study geology and bugs. GO
SCIENCE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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i love to play football and my favorite subject is math.
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Hello mrs.Kolbert and students.A lot of the new teachers here in India are worried about naughty students.Are you worried about bad students.
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I want this to be an exiting year.I want people to know that I love writing and science,specialy birds.I cherish reading,and love fantasy books.My favorite sports are soccer and taekwondo,and I love to watch wildlife.
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Selamat Siang! Hello! hope you have a fantastic year! Good luck with your blog.
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the cloudy with a chance of meatballs website was cool because you could play games, meet the characters, and see what the story is abut without even having to see the movie.
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HI! i live in thailand and i am in
5th grade i have a blog too.i found out
pretty much every person that has a blog
makes a hello world.
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homework is fun
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