Life as a teacher is CRAZY busy. Remember that one time when you were in high school and you turned in something late or after you were absent and you got so mad at your teacher because it took them forever to update the grade? Hopefully you've repented of those feelings of anger because I TOTALLY understand where that teacher was coming from. At all times, there are approximately 100 things to do. My life is a constant cycle of making worksheets, writing tests, making copies, taking attendance, emailing parents, calling parents, responding to parents, grading make-up work, updating grades, meetings, student council, oh and when I have time I write an occasional lesson plan. By the end of the day, I am EXHAUSTED.
However, I absolutely LOVE what I am doing. Everyday is a little bit different from the day before and I love that. I love being in the high school where the students are little (just a little) more mature and where there is constantly so many things going on (sports, activities, assemblies, etc.). Oh and can I just add that I LOVE math too? Yes it's true, I'm a nerd.
And I must attribute some of my happiness to the AWESOME school I work at. It's hard not to enjoy what you're doing at a school like Salem Hills. Let me try and paint a picture of this school. First of all, it's gorgeous. This is only the 4th year that it has been open. It's completely indoors, two stories, and huge. There are two faculty lounges (complete with flat screen TVs and leather couches) and two full size gyms. But that's not all, the student body is the perfect match for a perfect school. I have never seen a more respectful, spirited, and driven group of teenagers. They take pride in their traditions, are motivated in their schoolwork, and are so involved in extracurricular activities. Brock jokes that I work at the school from High School Musical...but it's kind of true! My co-worker and I were talking about it yesterday and comparing it from our past high school experiences. Me at Helix...enough said. She went to high school in Philadelphia and taught last year in Las Vegas at one of the worst schools in America...enough said. We honestly didn't think a school like this existed. But alas, IT DOES! And I work there! It's awesome!
I have never been more excited and passionate about teaching! What a great start to what I hope is a long career in education!
My AMAZING school.
Here is a picture of my classroom.
I took this the first time I ever saw it so it's way before I put anything up on the walls.
I took this the first time I ever saw it so it's way before I put anything up on the walls.
My plaque outside my door. It's official!
