Thanksgiving Thoughts

As I reflect on what I am thankful for in the teaching field, I realize that I am blessed to have a secure job in this waning economy. For twenty years I was self employed with my own video production company. I made the switch to education two years ago, and I suppose that now I am lucky to have been hired into this field at that time. We received word that there will not be any teachers losing their jobs next year, although I doubt any new programs will begin. Not only am I blessed to be able to have begun a new program, but to have received a hefty state grant for equipment funds. All of this happened just before the downward spiral of job freezes and a poor economy. With self employed businesses suffering, I imagine that I would have been in that mix as well. So during this Thanksgiving season, I a grateful that I have my faith, family, friends and JOB. With this in mind, my goal is to approach each day of teaching with energy and direction to make a difference with students. One more day to eat lots of leftovers !