Today is the first day of school. I'm sitting here at the computer charging up with my big cup of coffee of the morning. I will not see a chair or a cup of coffee for the rest of the day so I better drink up and sit cozy for a few minutes. I'll go get the girls up in a few minutes, but for right now, this minute is only mine and I'm going to savor it for a few more minutes!
So the routine of school will replace the spontaneous summer. There is something comforting in that not only for our family, but also for all those kids who maybe don't have the level of routine in their life that they crave. As a teacher I want to create a classroom that has consistency and routine. A safe place for them to spend their time. A place where they can take a chance to learn something new and not be afraid. I think our entire school does that. We do have a remarkable school and I think every single person that passes through the doors of our school as an employee knows what an enormous task we are given. We are entrusted with the lives and minds and spirits of children. Lord, help me do the job I need to do today with each of the children who will walk into my classroom today.
So now I go to wake up the kids, get our morning routine going a little earlier today. The backpacks are filled with the new supplies and the clothes are already selected. We don't need to pack a lunch though because it's Wednesday and if it's Wednesday it must be pizza. Another one of those comforting routines about our school.
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Oh how I miss Mt. Eccles! The routines and those that make them. You are right, it is a special place to be! I am constantly reminded how lucky both me and my children were to be there for as long as we were! Keep up the good work Marleen-you are a phenominal teach who is making a difference!!
Jill
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