A new school year begins!

I am so excited to begin a new chapter in my teaching career at Mary Queen of the World. Although it is hard to say goodbye to my students and co-workers at Beachy Cove, I already feel like part of the team at MQW. I am anxiously waiting to meet my students tomorrow. I'm excited to share my love of music with them and to get to know them and learn from them.

I received my position about three weeks ago and I have been steadily working on my classroom since then. For the majority of the last two years I was teaching "a la carte" - moving from classroom to classroom to deliver my curriculum. I found this to be a rewarding and challenging experience but I am so delighted to have a classroom this year.

Flexible seating is a very hot topic in education right now and I am hopping on the bandwagon with both feet. I have not seen many articles or blog posts specifically related to flexible seating in the music environment but I am eagerly following Mrs.Miracle thanks to a friends recommendation. I will certainly keep this blog updated as I learn the ropes. 

For today, I want to share pictures of my room. I do have a few touches to add tomorrow - a few more decorations for the bulletin board and a couple emoji pillows I couldn't resist (inspired by my lovely co-worker Mrs.Murphy). I am very happy with it - it's bright and colourful and comfy. Here's to a great first day tomorrow!















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  1. Unknown14 October 2016 at 08:48

    Hi Ms. McDonald!

    I just discovered your blog through your twitter feed and have read everything on this site. Welcome to MQW! My daughter is in your grade 5 class and the elementary choir. She enjoys your classes very much. I love the concept of the flexible seating! Looking forward to seeing you at the Remembrance Day assembly.

    Jill Bennett

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    1. Becky McDonald19 October 2016 at 11:01

      Hi there! Thank you SO much for reading and commenting! I am glad she likes music - I like teaching her, and all the amazing MQW kiddos. It makes me so happy and feel so lucky to have such amazing support from you. Looking forward to seeing you at the assembly :)

      Take care!!!

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