Friday was my last day at the elementary school. I made it the whole day with no tears (thanks to Thursday night when I cried myself silly before bed)! I got so many cards, hugs, and sweet goodbyes. I certainly learned a lot in my first placement and created awesome bonds with many people.
Monday bright and early I headed right into that junior high school with my head up and big girl pants on. When I went through the school district the schools went K-5, 6-8, 9-12. My "high school" is now the junior high which houses 7-9. The building is very familiar to me but the way the kids act is not. It was a huge culture shock for me but went better than I thought it would. Obviously the kids are older and more independent but they are lovable, some more than others. I just keep reminding myself to think about how I was at their age and what they are going through. Like always the hardest kids to deal with are going through some of the hardest things in life. Making the adjustment is not easy nor natural but it is something I can work at. I also have a great supportive teacher who is ready to show me anything I ask.
Overall, I know that I want to be a teacher and that I could be successful regardless of grade level. Three days in and I am just not sure how I feel about 7-9 graders. They do make some fabulous art though.
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