Same gender classes

The first month of school has been extremely busy but things are starting to settle down. I absolutely LOVE the two same gender classes I am working with this year. After all the training we had last school year, I wasn't sure I would like it, but I was totally wrong. I am with two all girl classes and can really see how much better it is for them. One of my co-workers is working with an all boy class and she is not so sure she likes it. We learned that you have to be a special kind of person to work with each gender. I know I am made to work with the girls!

Our school is doing a pilot program and right now just our 6th graders are involved. Next year they are hoping to expand to all grade levels. The students have the option of same gender or co-ed. We have one team of each, girl, boy and co-ed. I will keep you posted on how the year goes. Right now I just can't believe we can have 31 girls in one class and it is one of the best classes I have ever been in!

Off to work!