I could never be a school administrator. I started taking grad admin classes several years back, and quicklly realized I couldn't deal with it!
Wants, and Sabby,...an epiphany of sorts, yes.
This past year of teaching was very hard for me, though I've done the same job in the same school for 20 years. It's a daily struggle for me to maintain my peace of mind, truly. I've wondered if this is due to my aging, now age 57, and having to deal with the erratic nature of the middle schoolers, or if it is the changing nature of the students, who seem more and more inclined to disrespect.
Regardless, I have to return to my job, and do the best I can. At times, I have feelings of optimism, looking forward to the next school year. We'll see.
Love
Patty