"It's time to say goodbye to a meaningful chapter in my life."
It's officially my last day as a student observer. I started observing in a regular class setting, and that ended with a joyful celebration.
The Christmas Party Experience
I wasn't keen on participating in the event due to finances. However, our last meeting with my assigned section 7D fell short since they made their adviser angry. It was a dull, quiet farewell, full of unspoken thoughts and feelings. I left with many hidden verses in my heart, so I kept my mentor's repeated invitations to their Christmas party in mind.
I really wanted to make up for that day. I wanted to leave with a pleasant goodbye, so I finally made up my mind and decided to attend the party, bringing four boxes of brownies with me.
The last time I went to Maslog National High School, my mentor wasn't speaking to her advisory unless it had already been necessary for several days, so when I walked towards the classroom, I felt genuinely nervous. Still, I hoped they'd reconciled because it was Christmas - a memorable holiday of love, generosity, and forgiveness.
And when I stepped inside, I was right. My mentor and her students have reconciled. Unlike our last meeting, where frowns were etched into their faces, this time around, they wore bright smiles on their faces.
They all welcomed with warm greetings and genuine surprise. They thought I couldn't make it since I only gave ambiguous answers when they invited me in the past. My mentor embraced me in genuine happiness while my students familiarly called me "Miss Cute."
Parlor Games
When I arrived, they had already started their parlor games. The game was called Balloon Pop - where a group had to pop a balloon by jumping on the lap of a groupmate. The group that finishes first is the winner. Watching them play was fun, especially with how fidgety and playful they were! There may inevitably be some mishaps like bumping into each other, falling, and slipping!
The second game is Balloon Float, where groups need to form a circle, hold hands together, and use their bodies to keep the balloon from falling to the ground. They can use any part of their bodies except their hands and elbows. Teamwork makes the dream work genuinely suitable for this game!
The next game was the famous Bring Me - the host announces specific things (or even persons) for the players to find and bring as quickly as possible. Of course, the winner is the quickest one to get the desired item. And yes, the famous line, "Bring me your crush from the other section," was mentioned! However, I was guffawing when the host announced that the players should bring the most plastic (someone deemed insincere or fake) person from the other sections. Yes, several players brought along the host's request.
Finally, they had another famous game, a trip to Jerusalem. It's a game where players must dance or walk around a circle of chairs while the music is playing. Usually, the number of chairs is one less than the number of players. Players rush in to sit when the music stops, and those who don't find their seats are eliminated. The game was indeed a source of laughter from the audience as players racked their minds not to get eliminated. Some of them walked slowly, others touched the chairs, and a few prevented others from moving while the music was playing.
The Farewell
After the games, we had our lunch. Several foods were served, such as roasted pork, play (stir-fried pork innards), lumpia, and more.
While eating, I conversed with the students about my plans, their feelings about my departure, and to let me return more often. We finally managed to properly talk with each other and take a picture with my mentor this time! It was heartwarming to hear them say that they appreciated my help and would miss me while I was observing their class. I, too, felt so happy being given the chance to be assigned to their section. This time, we were finally able to bid farewell to each other.
After lunch, my friend went to fetch me, so I finally said goodbye to my mentor and her advisory.
Highschool Christmas Party hits different 🥺. Learners are already happy getting candies hahah.
grateful kaayo cla and still very playful <3
Yohoo, time to rock all the games💓
It's the last time so it will be too sad if you didn't attend. It's a good thing you decided to attend. Nakakamiss din talaga ang Christmas party nang mga bata no, it is more fun to watch them coz they feel genuine happiness during the party. That's also their time to wear the clothes they love. Naalala ko tuloy when I was still in high school, ganitong ganito kami noon. Trip to Jerusalem is the best game too.
Different talaga ang Xmas celebs for the children and grownups. And yes, I was glad I was able to attend it💓
Advance Merry Christmas to y'all! 🥳
Thank you Je-ann, happy holidays rin sayo💓
High school really is fun 😂
Oh ay, fun mn sd atoa maong magplano nata HAHAHAHA
Attending the party was definitely worth it 😻 nothing beats the genuine happiness of students during Christmas celebrations @milesinverse
It was nice seeing them having fun and all💓
I'm sure attending that party brought you back a lot of nostalgic memories from your high school years. It's nice to see how you built that kind of bond with the students and with your mentor during your stay there.
Fun games in parties are the best!!
It sure did! High school parties are so fun and nostalgic💓
Happy holidays @milesinverse
Thank you so much @gelultimate 💓
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STOPWow, I know the feeling too. It's always hard to say goodbye.😌
It is but there are better tomorrows <3
What a beautiful way to close this chapter! Your farewell is filled with so much warmth and joy—it’s clear how much you’ve impacted your mentor and the students. Wishing you the best as you move forward! 😊
Same with you too - I'm wishing you the best to another chapter as a student teacher <3
It's great to see you enjoying the day and the spirit of the holiday with your students, Teacher Miles!
We're truly kids at heart, right Teacher Debs? HAHAA
I was also invited to the party of my students it was so very enjoyable.
High school parties are so memorable!
This looks so much fun! Heartwarming as well that the students appreciate your efforts for them.<3
Yes, and it goes both ways <3