Well, I must say this year has gone far better than my first year. The techniques I learned from NTI have been a true blessing.
There have been a lot of changes within my school this year. My school is going in the direction of Smaller Learning Communities, and Law and Justice is one of the communities. I have been requested to do a lot, which isn't a bad thing because I have had some great opportunities to attend some excellent training. My school leaders are very impressed with some of my accomplishments.Now, this is not to say I am an excellent teacher; I have to far to "grow" before I can accept that title, but I am "growing." I am not as lost most days, but I do have my days.
The lesson plans are good when I can figure out a time to sit down and actually create a weeks worth.
The concept of teaching is almost unrealistic to achieve. If I continue to give all that I got then I neglect what is most important to me, my son. I spend countless hours between learning my job and school. It got to a point where I started to resent the whole thing. Thank you Dr. M for steering my focus.
Things have gotten better.I guess the best advise I can give you all is God, Family, You, and then all other things. This is the correct order of things. Happy holidays to you all and wishing you a successful New Year.
Sabrina,
ReplyDeleteI also felt like I lost a little of me last year. Yes, I too, spent countless hours doing things for others...often at the expense of myself and my family.
Once I realized to "take it easy" I began to formulate a plan of action for me and for my students...
That plan included a list of objectives..lesson plans, lab plans, personal achievement plans...and priorities.
With all that planning I was destined to succeed. And this year I have no planning period...yet I still raised over $6000 for my program... writing a grant, charging for video services in the form of donations, and utilizing lab fees.
My program is stronger than ever with a waiting list and full classes. I am seeing my students produce some amazing videos.
All of this with the NTI way in my back pocket!
All I can say is that I am very happy with the direction NTI has set for me...that and the wonderful camaraderie I have here!
Hi, Sabrina - good to hear things have improved since our conversation - keep after it - it does get more manageable. Enjoy your time with your son over the Holidays!
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