Monthly Archives: May 2010
A Change in Perspective
Saying goodbye and moving on to the next task is a difficult thing for me. Today exemplified the transition I am making as I hugged North Valley teachers goodbye and turned in my classroom and school keys (with tears) and then drove down to Platteville to meet a new staff and embrace my new responsibilities … Continue reading
Even “Detours” Have a Purpose
It’s so hard to believe that I have almost finished my second year of teaching! And it is difficult to say goodbye…over the past two years I have grown to love the teachers and the students at North Valley Middle School. Two years ago I was seeking an elementary teaching position, but God chose instead … Continue reading
The Continuous Cycle of Frustration
Sometimes at the end of the day I simply feel like a failure as a teacher—once again my 8th graders were out of control today, and I did not know how to respond and did not respond well. I have had some good days with my 8th graders, but for the most part I feel … Continue reading
God is Compassionate and Patient
O LORD, give me a steadfast, faithful heart in trusting You. The LORD brought the Israelites out of Egypt, “Yet they sinned still more against Him, rebelling against the Most High in the desert. They tested God in their heart by demanding the food they craved. They spoke against God, saying, ‘Can God spread a … Continue reading