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2. Teacher Gifts<\/span><\/strong> – There are 2 new teachers in my building that I have grown close to this year. They have been so much fun to work with, and I really appreciate how hard they are working with their students. I made them these teacher gifts – a post it holder. It’s just a plastic frame (about $1) filled with scrapbook paper, then wrapped in a ribbon with some fun embellishments to hold it in place. It’s an inexpensive but fancy looking and thoughtful gift that I hope they’ll like!<\/p>\n 3. Art of Writing<\/span><\/strong> – You may have seen some of my other blog posts on the Art of Writing conference in Milwaukee<\/a>. I think this is just such a unique opportunity for so many young authors and artists to be challenged, to network, and to learn a lot about their craft. Well our published book came in last week. My student’s artwork was featured on the inside of the front cover (we were ecstatic!).<\/p>\n <\/p>\n 4. Ph.D. Books<\/strong> –\u00a0As I am nearing my defense date, I have been reorganizing my materials and preparing myself mentally for this important milestone. I took inventory of my textbooks I have purchased – wow! That’s a mortgage payment right there! There are books I loved and books I hated. I would say that I have learned the most from the handbooks in the lower left – they are quite expensive, but also a priceless wealth of knowledge. Any books that claim they can help guide you through the Ph.D. process with a smile on your face? Save your money.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n 5. Countdown<\/span><\/strong> – 13 Days Left – Just Sayin’!<\/p>\n![\"Teacher](\"http:\/\/www.kristendembroski.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/Teacher-Gift.jpg\")
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