In Phoenix

I flew into Phoenix this past Monday and have survived my first week!

I was able to visit my new school and classroom on Monday. It was such an incredible feeling walking into my first classroom. MY CLASSROOM. I am so excited to decorate and have it feel comfy. But more importantly, I am looking forward to the little kiddos coming in to create our classroom community. The school campus is adorable and I am in the Hummingbird Building...I mean, how cute is that!?!?!? I signed my contract yesterday and it was such a surreal moment. Finally this is here! Finally it is MY classroom.

TFA is great. There is such a phenomenal group of people here who are dedicated to bridging the achievement gap that is present in our education system. This is truly a group that will do great things.

I am enjoying the Phoenix area. It is pretty hot here and lots of sun. But no worries, it is a dry heat! Haha but when you are hoofing it across campus you still break a sweat!
I am looking for an apartment and hope to find something small and affordable that is a good part of town. Keep saying prayers for me. I miss home, family and friends like crazy but I am so thankful that I have been given this opportunity.
I hope to write more soon. But I am super tired after a long, but great week. Thanks again to all of you for your support and prayers. I am so thankful for all of you :)