Yesterday, I threw away four file cabinet drawers that were full of school materials that I had collected and created over the last ten years as an English teacher at the best school in the state of Indiana.
I loved my job. I loved teaching. I adore high school students. I love reading and writing, and every day, I couldn't get over the fact that someone actually paid me to talk to kids about books. It was a dream job.
But, on Tuesday, I turned in my keys. And as I start this next chapter of my life, I am ecstatic. Teaching is not a "once in a lifetime" opportunity. Being with my kids for the next few years--that's priceless.
I'm sure there will be days when I will crave and miss teaching. I'll miss students, great conversations, being challenged, but right now, I'll love the play-do sessions and afternoon dance parties more. I'd rather eat rice and beans than miss this time.
But, that leads me to the point of this post. Even though I said I would NEVER do it (see HERE), I'm going to start. I have no intention of EVER (might eat those words too) posting a status update, but you see, the young folk of today only keep in touch via texting and facebook. So, if I plan on keeping connected with the ten-plus years of students I've had, I have no other choice than to open a facebook account. I'm just doing it for the kids.
Like always.
Wednesday, June 09, 2010
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4 comments:
I give it a week before you post your first status update. Haha welcome to the cult.
Can't wait to be friends! :)
Erin, I know exactly what you are saying. I taught at the best high school in my city, had the upper level kids, the best classroom with a window (you know how important that is!!), and I was dept. head with a great planning schedule. I gave it all up when Caroline was born 10 years ago. I was sad too, but I could not imagine someone else raising my children. They grow up way too fast!! See you soon!! Delaine
Will you be my friend? I'll be anxiously waiting for an "accept!" ;-)
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