September Craziness

Ask any teacher and they'll tell you that September rivals, if not surpasses, December in its craziness. I love the month for all the excitement and hope of a new school year, but I could live without the endless paperwork and hours spent at school! It used to be crazy before I had kids. Now, it's just insane. I spent a large portion of my day off filling out my kids' school forms and organizing them. I'm so tired now I could just curl up and hibernate!!

However....I love my new class. They are already stealing my heart. They are a really good bunch and respond so well to instructions so far. I love having an SEA again. It's just so nice to have another adult in the classroom. I love being in one classroom! I didn't realize fully how disjointed I was the last two years trying to class share with two people. I'd never recommend that if it could be helped!!

I truly love my job. It's tiring and challenging, but so satisfying. I can't imagine doing anything else and it feels good to know I'm using my gifts. It's humbling at times and I don't by any means, believe I'm a great teacher. I have a lot to learn still. I'm constantly learning from my colleagues and my kids. I think that's part of the appeal for me. There's always something new to try or a way to improve my teaching. Kids are so forgiving and they are very generous with my attempts to change or improve things in the classroom.

So, now it's time to make supper, clean up and get the girls to soccer practice. Tomorrow is Friday and boy, am I ever ready for a weekend!!