As I sit here in front of my computer on the night before the first day of my first year of teaching, I just hope in my heart that what Gail Godwin says is true... "Good teaching is one-fourth preparation and three-fourths theater."
For months I have been filled with excitement for what this new adventure will bring, and yet tonight I can't help but cry tears of apprehension as I have never felt more unprepared to face the unknown that lies ahead of me. Along with the unease in my heart, I still know in my head why I am here... I am here to make a difference, to guide, to serve, to love, and most of all... to teach.
"What the teacher is, is more important than what he teaches." ~Karl Menninger
2 comments:
So glad you are "blogging" again--I have missed your insightful posts! Your new students are blessed to have you!! "The desire to fulfill the purpose for which we were created is a gift from God." A.W. Tozer
Love, JNR
Happy Day 1 of a new and exciting adventure. You will be so great at this! I love you,
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