If I was more of a musician I could have written a blues ditty yesterday entitled "First Day Blues". Now don't misunderstand me, I do not regret my decision to become an Instructional Coach. But I would be lying if I said, "No! I didn't miss the kids at all on the first day." When you are an elementary teacher you become a rock star to those little beings. You are one of the most important people in their lives.
But I did miss the kids. Sure I saw kids at the middle school that were former students and even got a few hugs. And I saw kids at the high school who wondered why I was in their building. But I didn't belong to anyone.
I am very glad I am taking this opportunity to be a coach and collaborate with teachers. I know it will be both challenging and rewarding. In fact today as I was walking through the hallways I heard teachers clearly connecting their lessons to a curriculum goal and starting to engage students. Next week we get rolling with our coaching sessions and then the real work begins. I feel ready.
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