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School is out for summer!  Woohoo!  I'm thankful that we got everything done in my class before the end.  I had my doubts for a while. 

So here’s what’s been going on…

We have a group here from Pennsylvania (from Betsy’s home church) for two weeks.  They've been working hard outside and inside. 

Here’s my favorite part…they brought classroom technology—and lots of it: 5 computers, an LCD projector, 4 or 5 webcams, a laptop, and---drum roll please---an ipad 2!  I think it goes without saying which piece I get in my classroom next year.  I am excited to learn all the cool things I can do with the ipad this summer. 

We had a nice end of year ceremony (no one graduated, so it was small).  I am so thankful that all of the students had at least one representative from their family who attended (the older kids often do not). 

Our biggest concern and prayer request for the summer is protection for the kids while they’re at home.  We also pray for clear lines of communication in the families and that our students will make wise decisions while they’re away. 

For a lot of our kids, summer means spending 2 months away from friends and anyone with whom they can communicate well.  This summer, we’re trying something new to help that situation. 

In June, a group is coming to put on a week-long summer camp for the kids.  Hopefully, some of the families that live far away will have the opportunity to stay in the dorms for the week so that their children can attend. 

In addition to that experience, we’ll have weekly activities for the kids—such as trips to a water park, children’s museum, and the zoo!

This is going to be an exciting summer for sure!