IT'S THAT TIME AGAIN!
2017 ~ A New School Year!
True to my form I am overwhelmed with nerves and jitters at the thought of beginning another school year! You would think these feelings would fade after 4 years of teaching under my belt, but they don't. I know I am not alone when experiencing a restless sleep the night before the first day back at school. Many of my colleagues have expressed these feelings to me before. I guess being passionate about what we do and caring about our students so much is bound to bring out all kinds of feelings.
I am overwhelmed with thoughts and emotions. First of all after an amazing and relaxing 6 weeks off, I have forgotten what full time work is and the thought of working again seems foreign to me right now haha!
But the other is the excitement of getting a new bunch of amazing individuals and joining them on their learning journey. This year I have 27 students - 7 of which I previously taught when they were in Grade Prep and 20 of whom I have met along the way out on the school yard. I am eager to see how they have grown and changed. The first few weeks are about establishing bonds and relationships. I want to know what these children hope and dream for, what challenges them and what makes them special. I want our classroom to become a little family that trusts and supports one another as we succeed, make mistakes and take risks with our learning.
I am keeping my favourite quote close to my heart as I begin 2017 with my Grade Three students.
~ They may not remember what you said, but they will always remember how you made them feel ~
Please read my 'INSPIRATION' page to find out more about why this quote inspires me as a teacher!
Wishing you all positive vibes, fun and success in 2017!
HAPPY TEACHING!
Love, Miss Mac
xo
