Okay... so the time is closing in rapidly. Year-round schools go back to school TOMORROW in my county! Can you believe that? I go back in exactly 4 weeks! Most of us go back in a month or less.
So, make sure you BEWARE of that "Back to School Grump" feeling. I know we all have truly enjoyed our summer vacation and we are JUST NOW feeling relaxed and getting into a routine. So, BEWARE! I am determined this summer to shake that grump feeling and truly enjoy these last few weeks.
I always dread the new year, because of what comes with it. The routine and procedure teaching, discipline (I feel like a drill sergeant), and the kids getting back into the swing of things when it comes to independence. However, once in the trenches I get out of the funk and feel truly blessed. I LOVE MY JOB!
When I say "dread", what I mean is I long for more time off. I enjoy being a "stay at home mom" and I hate the idea of putting my babies back into daycare (I'm sure many of you can relate). On the other hand, once back into the swing of things myself I truly enjoy building future leaders and excellent readers!
I hope that this year will start off right and we all can enjoy the first few days of school. All the decorating, planning, professional development, organizing, and of course camaraderie with your team and colleagues. When you're feeling the "grump" starting to set in, make sure to remember why we do this job; it's not for the millions of dollars we make, or the summers off. It's for the future of our children, ALL OF OUR CHILDREN. Good luck and God bless you this upcoming school year!
Comment: When do you go back and are you excited or dreading it?
