Overwhelmed?

Over the past week or so I have felt a stress I can't explain, but I am sure you can understand. As we have jumped into the year head first and raised the level of expectations I understand you all are feeling the stress. We have asked you to deal with technology issues, become familiar with "the new Moodle", raise your expectations for students, include LLI in your instructional plan, and develop a clear set of goals that will guide what we do throughout the year on top of all the regular teaching duties. Although that is a lot to ask it is all done with the best interest of students in mind.



I want to remind you all why we are here and what we are doing. This is not a job that we do for the paycheck, but for a much bigger cause. Think about the students in your classroom and make sure you are doing what you can to provide them with the opportunity to be successful in life. Unfortunately it is hard for us to see the fruits of our labor, but I assure you, you are making a difference and the students appreciate it (or they will one day). I have watched my own son gain back the love for school this year. He is eager to go and learn and this is a direct result of a teachers impact. Be that teacher, don't let the little things fog your vision of what we do. We change lives, shape the direction our students go and provide the love and support all children deserve.



And remember every year starts this way and after the first 6 weeks things settle down and you will get in your groove of teaching and the incredible impact you have on students will become much more evident. Keep up the good work!!