Due to fog, we had a 2-hour delay this morning. Although it was extremely nice, I think it made me more tired, especially coming back from a three day weekend. I also realized that since we had not had one before, that I was not quite sure what to expect work wise and student wise. I didn't know who would still be coming down or what all we would be able to accomplish; therefore, I felt a little unprepared this morning when a couple students showed up that I didn't think would, after talking to the aid. I guess it just goes to show that you have to be ready no matter what, unless you KNOW (100%) that something isn't going to happen. I definitely learned there! I was grateful for the extra time though and even though we won't get everything finished today, it's ok because plans will be done for the next day.
My teacher asked me at lunch if I was feeling ok. I asked if I looked sick, and she just said I didn't seem quite like myself. At first, that made me feel kind of "bad", thinking that I was putting off the wrong vibe or something, but then I realized that we all have days where we might not seem like ourselves and even though I feel great and don't feel like anything is wrong at all, it might appear that way. For one, I can't let others' opinions get me down and for two, I can be thankful to be in an environment where I can seem "off" but still be accepted. We have to stick together and encourage one another. I think I just "seem" this way after coming back from a long weekend and from everyone moving in this weekend. Still, I cannot allow that to affect my teaching. I still have to give my best, for God and my students.
Also, there are 10 minutes at the end of the day where I have one student; I think this would still be beneficial time for SOMETHING, but he usually just sits or works on a puzzle. I think I might ask my teacher if she would suggest anything...that way it doesn't seem like I think it's a horrible thing that he is doing nothing but see if she has any good suggestions. Or do you think at the end of the day like that, it is not worth bothering!?!? Just something I've been thinking about, and I definitely don't want to get out of more planning just because that gives me 10 minutes I don't have to do anything with, but I also realize that's the end of the day and things are not always predictable at the end of the day, nor is 10 minutes much time at all!
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Wow, I didn't realize that you had a 2-hour delay. I guess I must be in a fog:). I'm glad you were able to use the extra time. It does mess up your daily schedule and I'd agree that you need to be prepared for anything...you just never know.
ReplyDeleteAs for your student at the end of the day I would make sure all of his instructional time is being used wisely. Students with exceptional needs benefit from the extra instruction so every minute must be used to the greatest extent. I would ask your teacher while in the meantime be brainstorming some ideas of your own. We can talk more about this on Thurs. when I visit.
Have a wonderful evening!