Mid-year Teaching Reflections

The second semester is going to begin shortly.  As my time as a free man ends, I can’t help look back…. well… I had some help.

My endless supply of movies and videos that I’ve watched over the break has ended with a video that I really enjoyed.  It’s called “Chalk“.

It’s a mockumentary that I found on Netflix.  I had my wife and my friend watch it with and both walked away from it.  I’m sure they didn’t like it because they aren’t teachers, but I felt like it was perfect timing.

I’ve been planning my butt off for the spring semester and can’t help but notice that I need to take a step back just enjoy the moment.  I’ve got a good job and I love the group of kids.  The red-tape and bureaucracy is annoying and I follow threw… let’s just say I barely make the grade when it comes to admin items.

Regardless, I love my job and there’s not much more I can say about it.  At times, I like planning. At times, I like grading.  At times, I like getting to school early enough that I’m the only teacher there and I get to enjoy the moment of “Wow! I’m a teacher! How did I get this job!?”

Anywayz… check out the movie… the end will surprise you and the movie will make you laugh… especially if you’re a teacher.