I'm thrilled to be standing in my classroom right now, even though I do not have to be here for another two weeks. At the beginning of a summer holiday, I feel like I could be on holiday forever - but as the weeks go by, I start itching to get back to the classroom.
So as I stand here with access to last year's photos, looking over a classroom that is once again a blank slate, ready for a group of children and a classroom community. Five of my students from last year continue on with me this year as they turn four, and we welcome new three- and four-year-olds.
I'll be taking one last little vacation, to Sweden, before returning to the classroom on August 16th for a week of professional development (on guided inquiry) before welcoming the children. I can't wait.
There's nothing like that feeling, is there? I'm really enjoying my summer program, but think I'm going to miss the moment you've described.
ReplyDeleteI try to see my life between work and holiday with the words of gregory bateson - "a difference that matters"; not as good vs. bad. Do you know the Reggio-book "children art,artist". an art-project exploring whiteness as an matter (not black vs. white), is to me a good example on how the underlying system-theory makes a difference on how the project-thinking in Reggio evolves. it is differences that makes life worth living (does this makes sense?) Going by car? feel free to make a visit in my danish preschool.
ReplyDeletelove that time of year, getting ready, clearing the decks .. and love those students who return to help you mentor the new ones! :)
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