I head back this Friday to start my 30th year. Can't wait! I've long ago lost anxiety over starting a new year. I look forward to getting back into the swing of things again. I love (and need) my summers, but I'm always ready to head back; I'm a horribly lazy stay-at-home person.

If there is another teacher teaching that class you don't feel comfortable with, see if they'll plan with you. That might help you feel better about it. If you are on your own, just keep at it. You learn more every time you work with a class. I never teach a class exactly the same way; always making adjustments for what works and doesn't work.