We've hit some big milestones this year. We made it past Christmas vacation, winter benchmarking, had some snow days, celebrated the 100th day and have almost made it to the end of the 2nd trimester. Wow! What a crazy last few months.
I am here to tell you to STOP, STEP AWAY and BREATHE! Now is a time of frustrations and panic attacks. We start to worry if our kids are learning everything they are supposed to be and how we are going to fit it all in before the end of the year.
It is important to feel those concerns. It means you are passionate about teaching, your students and your classroom. However, do not allow those feelings to make you drown. Stay above water. Do something for yourself, or even start something for someone else. Start a secret friend chain, do something nice for someone and let them know to pass it on (but keep it a secret). Who doesn't like a little surprise gift every now and then.
Keep plugging away and you will get there. Just remember to step back and breathe.
And remember, your coach is always here to offer support and guidance.
Tuesday, February 11, 2014
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