[bluemountains]

Hi Everyone,
I have only been able to read the posts occasionally during the past couple of weeks, so I've missed a lot of your news, but I wanted you to know that I am thinking about all of you.
My new job is so tough! It is hard to create a new class at this time of year, and also to learn a whole new curriculum. My class is great, though. I never have problems with the kids. It is usually my adult coworkers that are difficult to deal with. So far, everyone has been kind and supportive, except for one-the media specialist. Naturally, this is the person I have to go to for all of the electronics I need, and she has been quite the b.tch. I can survive one out of many, though. I am just so nonconfrontational, so I really have a rough time handling people who decide to do their jobs when they feel like it.
Only a few tears so far, and these have all been deserved considering the circumstances.
I'll try to catch up on everyone over the weekend-take care!
Bluemountains

[Blue Poppy]

Hang in there Blue Mountain! I know somewhat about what it is like as my hubby just started teaching grade 5 on September 17. The position came up due to high enrollment. He has been very overwhelmed, despite previous teaching experience. The math and language curriculum has changed significantly since he taught 6 years ago so it is really going to be like a "first year teacher" kind of year.
You can do it!