Roller Skating

Allie

Today we took our class roller skating along with all of the other schools in town. It was such a good time. I truly enjoyed watching all of these kids, with different special needs enjoying themselves. This is a picture of "my Allie". She can't actually roller skate, so I had to push her but she had slot of friend wanting to push her too.

Miranda & Nathan

This is the Teacher in my room with Nathan in his "stander". It amazes me the equipment they have for special needs kids to allow them to get around, use their muscles, and change positions. Nathan is one of my favorites. He has to be the most upbeat kid I know. I so enjoy working with him too.

Keaton, Katie, & Allie

Katie, is another Associate, and Keaton is another of my favorites. We thought we would try him on skates today. He actually did very well with our assistance.

I think this is my favorite picture. I believe Keaton and I have a special bond. From day one he has gravitated towards me. He loves to give hugs which I will take at anytime from him. He also will grab your hands and want you to rub his. I love it when we are in the classroom, he will pull 2 chairs together and tell you "sit". Then he grabs your hand and wants his hands rubbed or his head. He will even lay his head on my lap. He is just a sweetheart but he can be a boy too at times. Only once has he grabbed or pushed me but I believe it is how you respond to him, and tone of voice that triggers an outburst.

Anyway, I feel so blessed to work with these children.