So, as you may remember, I left my former school district (where I've been for the past 9 years) and got a job at a new school here in my town. It's actually the middle school that I graduated from! I left because this school is 2 minutes from home as opposed to 30 and I was looking for a more diverse population. Well, not only did I get the job, but I also was made team leader, which means that for unit 8-1, I run all the meetings, am the head disciplinarian, am the liason between the teachers and administration, etc.

So, school started on the 9th and so far so good! The teachers have all been very nice, the kids are great and I'm loving the diverse population. It's so nice to have a class full of kids from all different walks of life with all different viewpoints on certain issues. It makes Social Studies so much more interesting when we can really debate and discuss. Also, after having been on maternity leave since February, the paychecks are wonderful!

The kids are loving where they are. Julia fits right in at Nursery School and is thriving. Patrick is safe and happy at the woman's house who watches him.

I'm totally exhausted by the end of the day, but it's a good exhausted. I've been rejuvenated in my teaching and am really enjoying creating brand new lessons for brand new kids. Not to quote jailbird Martha Stewart, but it's a good thing!

Congratulations! Hats off to you! :bowing:

Teaching is a calling and a gift. Teachers like you make the world a better place

Keilley

Yay Amy! :yippee:

Congratulations on your being made team leader! :clap:

I'm so happy you are liking your new job! :D

Congratulations Amy!!!! It's always wonderful to hear you excited about your teaching and your students. They are blessed to have you. :hugz:

I am glad the change has worked out so well for you and your family.

I know the children there will learn so much from you.

Amy,

That's great! I'm glad you're enjoying it and that it's all working out for you!

It sounds like everything is going great Amy!

Originally posted by Michele Annette
Amy,

That's great! I'm glad you're enjoying it and that it's all working out for you!

Good for you & them Amy!:thumb:

WTG Amy! so glad things are working out for you.

YAY!! I'm so glad that the new job is working out for you! :applause:

Originally posted by karlisangel
I am so glad all is well and your so happy at your new school Amy. The children are blessed and yes, it is a good thing.

WTG Amy!! It sounds like things are really going well. I hope everything continues to go well for you.