As Some of you know, my awesome class has been working on a project since before Christmas. My cousin Savannah is blind, she is going to China for an eye surgery that could ultimately change her life!!!! She may get her sight! The students in my class decided to raise money for her. Health insurance covers none of the expenses and travel alone to China is pricey!
My class has had more energy about this project then I ever dreamed!!!! We raised $400.00 in change. Savannah is coming to Eastwood tomorrow! The kids are going to talk with her and Savannah is going to share with them about being blind. It really is a true lesson for these students since Savannah is the same age as them!!! The kids are busting at the seams with excitement! They can not wait to give her the money. We walked to the bank and changed the money in for bills. We are pumped!!!!
I always get a little weepy about my classes each year around this time, I get attached and don't want to let them go! They are my family away from family! I always love the kids in my class. This year is going to be extra hard because of the kinds of lessons that have gone on in my classroom this year! To think of school you always think a teacher stands and teaches her kids lessons she hopes they retain for a test. Well, I am learning lessons from these students that I will remember for a lifetime! I am learning from these students each and everyday things that a text book can not begin to cover. I know I have some parents of students who read my blog. Thank you for having such wonderful students! They have definitely made a mark on my life!!!
The students are gathering questions they would like to ask Savannah. We are hoping for a little insight on what she likes to do and how she manages to do the things she does, like barrel race, play the piano, go to school and just be a kid! Savannah is just as excited as the kids. Good Morning America has contacted Savannah in hopes of following her to China. Stay tuned and you to may be able to follow in her journey!
