Staff members were "strongly urged" to take part in Crazy Hair Day today. I have fun on these days, and for some reason, the students seem to be more respectful. Maybe it's because they can see that we're not machines, that we do know how to let loose sometimes...!Spring Break starts tomorrow. I need this time almost as much as I needed Christmas break. What's hard is that I know this much time off is not good for the kids (they're off until March 22), but the teachers are in such desperate need of some rejuvination. I know we can't do this again next year, and administration is already talking about shortening up even the X-mas break. I see their points, but I'm afraid of burn-out. The job is so stressful, so draining---- I like the students, which is why I'm still there, but...my gosh.
Adam's and my friend Devin just left. We had him over for dinner tonight since he's been in town this week; he just started his student teaching at our school Monday. It's been a wonderful evening, but already it's past my bedtime. We have a ski trip planned for tomorrow (I've never been downhill skiing), so I had better be well-rested. Hopefully I'll return with all bones still intact. !
4 comments:
I hope the break is good for both of you, Laura.
I'm glad to hear Devin is finally doing his student teaching.
Finally, I hope you finish skiing with all your bones still in their current condition.
Look at you little miss punker! I love the hair. Deep down I will always be a rebellious adolescent I think. Isn't that fascinating the students were better behaved? Perhaps they could relate more?
I don't know how you do it, teaching sounds so draining. I am glad you're getting some rest time. Make sure to spend plenty of time by the fire drinking cocoa and not exhausting yourself too much on the snow.
I love your hair! Your spunkiness is something Jonathan and I always admire after we see you. :)
You are right on when you say that "crazy days" at school are good for the teachers and the kids. It's always good for the students to see that their teachers are real people who have a fun and zany side...like you said - not just machines. There is nothing like getting to know your students on a level beyond grades and homework. It's then that you know you've made a difference. See you Monday :) Yea!
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