Thursday, February 23, 2012

Crazy day, a contest, and a virtual expo!

So today was a crazy day for me!  I found out this week from my parents that we have to relocate back to Chicago!!  I was born there but grew up in Ohio.  This is crazy for me since now I have to make the big decision on where to stay/live/work.  However, I knew we were going to move back to Illinois but I didn't know it was going to be so soon!!  I started to freak out today when I saw loads of cardboard boxes at the front door.  The good news is that I did complete getting my Illinois state license AND today I got an email from the state of Indiana that they approved my teaching license for them too!! (My boyfriend of 4 years works in Indiana.)  This must be a sign since I told myself this weekend I was going to dedicate it to applying for teaching jobs and start packing up room!!  So with 3 state licenses under my belt, I hope to start my first full-time teaching career next fall.  **wishful thinking**

If you haven't already seen it on Pinterest, you should check out the awesome contest 12 blogs are doing together!! It's called Pinteresting Teacher Blogs Amazon Gift Card Contest.  The rules are easy and you could win a $200 gift card to Amazon!!!  Exciting, right? I am already generating a list of things I could do with that gift card!!  Just click {here} to see what to do!

ALSO check out the virtual expo, Everything's Primary, that is happening this Saturday!!! This will be my first ever expo I've been to and I love how it's all online! I debated whether or not if I should buy a ticket and join the expo since I am not a "real teacher" yet.  But I figured this would only help me be a better teacher even though I don't have a classroom.  The 4 featured teachers  are wonderful and you should definitely stop by their blogs whether or not if you decide to go to the virtual expo.

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  1. NatalieFebruary 24, 2012 at 6:30 PM

    Wow! Good luck with the move! I am going to be moving back home this summer and will be back on the job market, so I know how it feels girl! You'll get one soon, though!

    Natalie
    Teachery Tidbits

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    1. Andrea Brown - Cheers To SchoolFebruary 26, 2012 at 5:37 PM

      Good luck to you too! I can't believe this year is moving so fast!!

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  2. vicky1970February 26, 2012 at 4:55 PM

    Hi Andrea
    You do have a lot going on...good luck. I love pinterest..isn't it the best? Glad to peek in on you.
    Vicky
    Traditions Laughter and Happily Ever After

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    1. Andrea Brown - Cheers To SchoolFebruary 26, 2012 at 5:36 PM

      Thank you for stopping by! Pinterest definitely makes the hours disappear fast within a day!

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  3. Mel DFebruary 26, 2012 at 5:22 PM

    Thanks so stopping by Andrea! I am your newest follower! The expo will look fabulous on your resume! Don't forget to include your blog too! Good luck! Let me know if you will be coming to NW Indiana...no jobs at my school but I will keep you in mind if I hear of anything.
    Mel D
    Seusstastic Classroom Inspirations

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    1. Andrea Brown - Cheers To SchoolFebruary 26, 2012 at 5:43 PM

      Thank you Mel D again for being apart of the expo! This will absolutely boost my resume! I would love to hear more about the Indiana schools! Thank you for thinking of me! :)

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  4. JenniferFebruary 26, 2012 at 7:43 PM

    Hang in there Andrea! You'll get hired. It took me a long time to get a job at first and I did a year of subbing.
    Rowdy in First Grade

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I love reading your cheerful comments!

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