What a week! I know it has been a TON of information,
communication, and preparation. You guys are an amazing team….When I look
back over the week, I have a lot of highlights. But, my favorite was
Edcamp. I loved watching you guys learn something from each other.
I think it was a great example how “None of us is as smart as all of us!”
I think the ideas were practical and able to be utilized quickly. Thank
you to those of you that willingly participated and presented. You made
it worthwhile.
Many of you are stressed this week. And, there is a
ton going on, so it is understandable. Remember my philosophy is that if
you are stressed, you care. Some of you are thinking that you must care
VERY deeply about right now. But, think of the times in life you were
most stressed….they almost always had something to do with something you cared deeply
about. This job isn’t a job….it is what you were designed to do. I
know it….I see it.
So, in some ways, I appreciate your stress….I appreciate
your heart to do the best you can now to prepare for these students.
Friday is a great day. It is a day that starts all of
the relationship building. Remember that you may not be as prepared or
ready as you want with your physical room, but I know you are fully prepared
with your training and ability to create/foster relationships. Thank you
in advance for creating a warm environment from day 1.
So, in the theme of stress, Ms. Lynch shared the attachment
with me. I think it is a great way to view how we handle stress. As
you move past meet the teacher and into the weekend, take some of these
suggestions to help you unwind.
Again, I appreciate you, and happy Friday!
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