Here we go again. This is the beginning of year two as a 1st grade teacher. I thought this was going to be a piece of cake since I had the first year under my belt and then my district went and changed the whole reading program 2 weeks before school starts. I am going to make the best of this. 

I also decided now will be the best time to change my entire decor of the classroom.  I have been busy trying to get the room ready for all of my little firsties.

 

Getting Ready

The closer it gets to the beginning of the year, the more I begin to wonder what I have gotten myself into. I taught eighth grade ELA for the past 14 years. I have spent my entire summer planning and preparing for this new career. All I can say is "Please, tell me I'm ready!"

I am excited to start on this new career path but at the same time, I am a little afraid. I hope they like me, I hope I can do a good job, I hope I am prepared! One good thing is I am bigger than they are.

I do feel very fortunate do be in a profession where everyone is so willing to share their expertise. Thanks to everyone who has given me great ideas. Here's to a great new year!