In two minutes I am officially done with summer vacation. For some reason, I feel more hesitant than usual about this fact. I am not ready to go back. I'm not ready to have the students return to my classroom. I keep having nightmares about unruly classes and a voice that cannot be heard. I think it is fear of the unknown sinking in--unknown students, unknown material. I'm teaching an entirely new to me subject this year, which is much like being a new teacher again when it comes to developing curriculum.
But somewhere in my mind I keep thinking, knowing that this will all be fine. My nightmares are merely nightmares. I have a teaching voice--the same one that inadvertently turns heads in public places. I've been down this road many times. And yet, once again, I feel a sense of dread.
And so, for me at this exact moment in time, a reminder:"Ultimately, we know deeply that
the other side of every fear is freedom."
~ Marilyn Ferguson
And away we go!
8 comments:
I know you'll be fantastic! If any of those punk-teenagers gives you any crap...fail 'em lol
Thank you for being a teacher
Arrrg for you. Although I know you'll do a great job with all of the unknowns. Good luck.
P.S. What's the new subject?
Good luck to you, my friend!
You'll Rock the 10th grade Honor students and the rest of 'em too. Your teacher voice really is perfect for it! :) Love ya.
I'm glad for the reassuring end to this post, because I was afraid at first that you were having premonitions and that Tom Marvolo Riddle would be in your class! You are awesome.
You go girl! Have a great year! "You can do it, Brookie!"
Who knew teachers get nervous too...I never thought about that before.
I hope all went well! You'll do great this year!
Ah, Rookie, I can only imagine what a fun teacher you must be. I love you passion for the written word. It shows in your own unique and beautiful writing style. I have to thank you for your lovely commentations on my blog, they make my day. I feel like we're old friends, despite the fact that we've never met. What a beautiful mind you have. Thank you for sharing :)
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