Two weeks from today I will be beginning my 7th year of teaching. It doesn't seem possible. So much has changed since I put on my teacher cap and I have learned much. In honor of my list loving self I am going to let you in on 7 things I have learned.....
1. There is nothing better than hearing Good Morning Mrs. Lawrence every single day.
2. Data is unavoidable but can be fun when charted in excel using color.
3. Keeping up appearances isn't as important as keeping it real and admitting when you need help.
4. You will get a note from a student or parent at just the right time and it will be like a hug from God.
5. The students you didn't think you would connect with can become your favorites....not that I have favorites ;).
6. Students are humans too. They will never be perfect and we can't expect them to be.
7. It's important to be thankful and not take my position for granted.
This is a short list for all that I have really learned. As with any job there are days where I would like to ignore the alarm clock. I fantasize about what it would be like to work for the post office (love actual mail), the travel channel or be a DJ. It's okay you can laugh at the thought of me having two turn tables and a microphone. But then I dig down deep and realize anything that is worthwhile requires determination and sacrifice. Though there are hard days in teaching, there are also many days that aren't. To all my teacher friends out there..... may the 2013-2014 school year remind you of all the reasons you went into teaching in the first place. On your mark, get set....go! :)
One thing I have learned in those seven years...those kids are blessed to have such a loving caring teacher as Mrs. Lawrence!!!
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