stand up straight
do your trick
turn on the stars
-vanessa carlton
[high heels and cardigans]
and so starts the school year, in a whirlwind of madness.
the district begins with a marathon three days of testing, which includes a crazy rotational period during the day.
swept up in it all, it felt so flipping good to be back in the swing of things.
actually, it felt remarkably like a Sunday at camp (what a comfortable feeling!). i read the rules for the cafeteria and then took the small children (seriously, small...i had first and second graders!) outside to play. in that sense, things were wonderfully right at home. now little critters are walking around the building waving at me, and i feel like i belong.
it's such a comforting feeling, to have students in the school. life is starting, the wheel is beginning to turn, and everything is coming into focus.
so rock me momma...
i can only put my everything into this.
i can only hope that my everything is enough to make a difference.
i can only hope that my students leave me as empowered individuals, using their remarkable potential and capability to reach the stars.
there's so much inbetween now and then, and i can't wait to get in the water and swim, to revel in the glorious madness that is teaching.
peace.
2 comments:
hey kate, it's jen, just wanted to let you know that a) I finally caved and joined the blogging world ;) and, more importantly, b) I am so proud of you and everything you're taking on and know you will accomplish so much. I can't wait to read all about it!
xoxox
JEN! so glad you caved :) it's wonderful to hear from you! how are things on your end?
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