I have learned to never say never ever again, because you just don't know what hand life is going to deal you. I have switched schools. I've heard people say I've moved on, moved up, left town, abandoned my colleagues, promoted myself, etc., etc. Bottom line is I have taken a job with a different district 15 miles down the road.
I am starting my 22nd year in education in a new district. The emotions I have experienced since accepting the position have had me on a roller coaster the past three months. This was not planned, I could not have foreseen this, but the card was dealt and played, and I had to pick it up and go for it, Persevere.
So I am sitting in my new classroom, looking out the window (Yes I now have a WINDOW, you have no idea the game changer that is) and mentally making lists of the things I want to have done before students come in two weeks. I think about new teacher in-service starting tomorrow, and the in-service meetings and open house next week. I'm putting together my morning routine and timing how long it will take me to drive to school each day. I feel genuinely excited about the new year, and truthfully it's been a long time since I've felt like this.
And then I stop and think about my former colleagues and wonder what they are doing to get ready for the new year. What new tech tools will the Science guys be trying out? Teachers getting chromebook carts this year, are they excited about the possibilities? My Math neighbors, are they ready to tackle the LMS systems with their students? I haven't forgotten you all, I've just moved down the road.
I have my cup of sunshine, I WILL Persevere.
