Week 5: Everybody Must be Feelin' the Stress!

Sorry for the days later post. Last week was crazy for myself, Sarah, and our students and this is the first time I've had since then to reflect. The end of the quarter is coming up, and the students could definitely feel it. The girls had a hard time focusing on their mask making. We tried to get out some of the hyper energy by playing the Numbers game, but the girls just got frustrated that they weren't reaching their goal. Then we made paper mache masks. We definitely could have used some music because I think the girls just wanted to get out some of their stress. Focus was a hard task last week, but I know the girls were stressed so I definitely understand. They are great girls, we couldn't ask for a more hyper bunch! I think, in reflection, a more active day would have suited their needs better. This week we are painting our masks, so we shall see if the end of the semester stress will be released by some painting. Maybe I could bring some relaxation music to start the day. The girls seemed to really enjoy the isolations when we did them and it may just give them a chance to unwind. That...or maybe we could do a 10 minute dance party to get out the energy! Until later!