This site is a class blog space for new Career and Technical Specializations and Heathcare Science teachers enrolled in the New Teacher Institute (NTI) at Georgia State University in Atlanta, Georgia.
Tuesday, October 8, 2013
Rome wasn't built in a day
Time and time again, as a teacher, I realize that I can not do it all by myself. This is going on my first full year as a teacher and it is clear that students are more of a help than I thought. So many of my students offer to help me with decorating, organizing and other small things that can turn into major projects if not completed. They saved me so much time.
I formed a graphic design club and I've seen how my seniors have committed their time in participating after school and creating extra projects. I realized that most students want to offer their extra time and talents where it could be of a great help in the long run. Most projects take time and I realize that Rome wasn't built in a day. Together with the students, we continue to make progress together.
Hi Shirley,
ReplyDeleteI can definitely relate to your post. A lot of times I find myself wanting to do a lot of activities but in the end, I wear myself out. I have to realize that I can't do everything by myself. Just like you said, Rome wasn't built in one day or one person for that matter, so why should I try to do everything by myself when it's teaching related.
I had to learn quickly that I had to say no, otherwise I would wear myself out and I wouldn't be good to anyone. I have to learn that I have to take care of myself before anyone else!