The last three weeks have been long and exhausting. I have had multiple schedule changes, including losing one of my math classes and gaining a language arts class. I now teach four different subjects every day: regular math, Pre-AP Pre-Algebra, finance, and language arts. I have really been struggling with time management. Between writing lesson plans, grading papers, filling out paperwork, calling parents, attending required training, and my own school work, I feel like I have barely had time to eat and sleep. Time keeps marching on, and I am racing as fast as I can to keep up.
Despite the difficulties of my first five weeks in the classroom, there have definately been some shining moments. I had a parent thank me for teaching her child. I had a student that I thought really couldn't stand me as his teacher come by between classes to say hi and give me a hug. I have seen massive improvements in student behavior, motivation, attitude, understanding, and dedication.
