I'm not going to lie...this week will probably be my hardest just because I am fighting "the end". I feel like I should be done, and I don't like my teacher's holiday mindset, so it's kind of a mind battle I am having to fight...but that will only make me stronger!
I don't like holiday "crafts" unless they have an educational purpose....if it's a repsonse to a read-a-loud or reflective of what students are learning, then great. But I am not teaching art or home 'ec' (I have not idea how to spell that!). I know the kids get a little crazy this time of year, but I believe we should still expect the same from them. It's hard having to think through all this Christmas "stuff" when I will be going back to half a day next week and because I don't support it all. I feel like we're making excuses to not have to plan stuff. I realize the students do need breaks and that Christmas spirit is important, but it is important that learning is tied to it...and I'm afraid that is not what we are doing. I COULD try to tie it in, but with only 2 full days left, it seems like I should just wait for my time to do that...when I have my own class.
Thanks for all your help today! I appreciate it!
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Olivia,
ReplyDeleteI'm right there with you!! We can hold each other accountable...I need to be focused and provide each of you with my undivided time (though break is sounding so good at this time in the semester:). You'll find that there will be times you are weary and tired but you must persevere and not let your students know that is how you feel (oops...I shouldn't be telling you how I feel then:). It can be a challenge.
I agree that crafts need to be purposeful... I think you can find ways to make them purposeful and tie them into the various holidays. My guess is your teacher already has a plan and I'd go ahead and just go with this since you'll be done soon.
Hang in there! I'm praying for you!! Let me know if you want to meet up tomorrow...I'm hear if you need me:).
Prof. Forshey