tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3725285395319049030.post7397595358756080316..comments2023-06-16T05:23:48.444-04:00Comments on CTE New Teacher Institute Forum: Open Mic - Truly Feeling HelplessDr. Jhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10536975789407601187noreply@blogger.comBlogger3125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3725285395319049030.post-65220508101325774682010-12-10T09:10:53.658-05:002010-12-10T09:10:53.658-05:00Hi, Shilo - you have been asked to carry a very he...Hi, Shilo - you have been asked to carry a very heavy cross this year, and you need to take this time over the Holidays to relax and savor your time with your young family. You have been placed in the position you are in because you have talents that will guide and focus those around you. <br /><br />Do what you can with your students within the walls of your room, and seek to minimize the negative effects on them (and you) of all the things swirling around you'all. You, and your positive attitude, are sorely needed now, so find ways to revitalize yourself over the break and come back strong. Work with other strong, positive individuals at your school, such as Selina, to keep students focused and build back their youthful exuberance - you will find them amazingly resilient, and that in turn will strengthen your attitude and drive. Keep after it - you are greatly needed now!Dr. Mhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12711214087414745465noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3725285395319049030.post-74636292518909224342010-12-09T23:39:44.135-05:002010-12-09T23:39:44.135-05:00Wow! I've not ever experienced the sorts of t...Wow! I've not ever experienced the sorts of things you have experienced. I do feel for you and for your family.<br /><br />I firmly believe in Sabrina's sage advice. I take heed in her words and have often thought about some of the stress that we all face.<br /><br />I think of how fortunate I am to have the family I have, the support from my family, friends, faculty and colleagues.<br /><br />I could not ever imagine facing some of the situations you have faced, but your strength comes from inside to help make this world a little bit better than you found it..that and a really good hug from your kids!Tracy Misnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15015571173407064450noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3725285395319049030.post-12348443849220105912010-12-09T09:35:26.403-05:002010-12-09T09:35:26.403-05:00Teaching can be an overwhelming job; however you m...Teaching can be an overwhelming job; however you must put things into perspective. Dr. M's "pep" talk was my turning point.<br />I can't and won't bear the "world" on my shoulders. Put GOD first, FAMILY second, YOU third, and all others will fall where they may. BE blessed; don't give into the "hype" of education. Do what you can in the given hours and enjoy your kids. Stay on them and keep them focus. We can lose sight if we get caught up in the hype!Sabrinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03839097444783289517noreply@blogger.com