Meet the Teacher

So here I am, the day before school starts for real, and I'm sitting in my room waiting for the start of "Meet the Teacher" night...which for me usually means 2 hours of quiet time. Not many people come see the specials teachers.

But anyway, no real complaints. Looking back at what I said last year at this time:

"I think I have reached the level of confidence (or hubris?) where work stuff doesn't send me into a panic. I've been teaching long enough that I feel like I can handle new challenges, and I've been alive long enough to not be afraid of my own mistakes."

So, here I am again. And I've done my fair share of rehearsing the first day stuff, but I feel pretty well prepared. And I know there are some real pieces of work coming in...but even if I fail miserably in dealing with it, I'll get back up. Even if I have to do it again and again. I'm strong enough to overcome my own mistakes. And looking at a few of these lists...yeah. I'm going to make plenty of mistakes.

So...more tomorrow, when the day has simmerred down. For now, keep me and all teachers everywhere in your thoughts and prayers.

Matt