Tomorrow's the First Day of School!

Yes. Tomorrow is the first day of school. I have been there several times throughout the summer and spent most of last week in workshops. But now, my job really begins. I'll get to school as the sun comes up and before students crawl through the hallways (because let's admit it, they aren't ready for school to be in session either).

Four years of schooling and a summer spent, mostly, planning. Ready or not, the students will come. I submitted my lesson plans yesterday. I have my to-do list for when I get to school. I feel prepared.

There's a feeling of concern, too. What if I forgot something? What if I can't take up the full class period? I can't let my students believe that they'll have "free" time at the end of every class period since they got it that first day.

In the end, though, I need to take the advice of my colleague: "Go in, have fun. You can't take back the first day."

When I'm sitting in my room during first hour prep, I need to remind myself that I love this job, this career. I am prepared for this school year. 

To any other new teachers, best of luck. Remember, we love this career!