Well, we hit the ground running (and eating!) on Monday morning with our school year kick-off meeting in the library. I was a little nervous to stand in front of the staff in my new role, but felt very supported and welcomed! I truly feel honored to work with the best school staff!!
It was strange after the staff meeting to watch everyone filter back up to their classrooms. I almost walked right back up to room 208 out of habit! (Don't worry Ms. Warden, I won't come haunt you!) This was when it really hit me that I have completely changed roles... And spending time in the library cleaning up goldfish bowls and candy wrappers gave me time to reflect. I know how overwhelming this time of year is for teachers. There is SO much to do and simply not enough time to do it. While I definitely have a full plate right now as Curriculum Coordinator, my "stressful" time of year comes later, so it's easy for me to maintain a positive, cheerful attitude right now.
I hope everyone can hang in there - enjoy each other's company - share summer stories - collaborate on fresh, new ideas for the year - and keep complaints to a minimum and compliments to a maximum. While you struggle to arrange desks, hang bulletin boards, go through cums, write your new kiddos' names on everything, figure out schedules and IE periods, sign up for committees... PLEASE try to (1) PLAY; (2) CHOOSE YOUR ATTITUDE; (3) MAKE SOMEONE'S DAY; and (4) BE PRESENT.
And please never forget I'm here for anything and everything. This is going to be the best year yet!!
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