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Posted: 8/12/07 at 9:11pm

Well its finally happened. I'm really a teacher. I've had the job for a couple of months now, but tomorrow is the first day of school. At 8:30am I will be standing in front of 21 4th graders whom will be expecting me to teach them something worthwhile. No pressure, right?

Anyways, I have been a away for awhile setting up my classroom, but I just wanted to check in and let you guys know what's going on. I miss you all.

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"All the while making faces like a baby platypus who forget to take some Beano before eating a chimichanga." FindingNamo in reference to Jessica Simpson's singing.

#2

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Posted: 8/12/07 at 9:14pm

I'm so excited, happy and proud for you, Honey - what a day! Drink it all in - and then share, share, share!

I'll have you in my mind and heart.

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Posted: 8/12/07 at 9:19pm

I almost just crapped my pants even thinking about standing in front of a roomful of 4th graders.

Break a chalk!

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Posted: 8/12/07 at 9:21pm

Wow! congrats! I know you're going to do a phenomenal job.

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#5

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Posted: 8/12/07 at 9:23pm

"Break a chalk!"

I love it.

Sidenote - it really isn't surprising is it that I was always the one to volunteer to 'clap out' the erasers?

What a Kiss-ass, even for nuns.

How times have changed.

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Posted: 8/12/07 at 9:26pm

not really DG, it's just not the nun's asses you're kissing now.

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Posted: 8/12/07 at 9:29pm

Good luck, Kel.

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#8

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Posted: 8/12/07 at 9:30pm

Do they still use chalk? I thought everything was whiteboards now.

Oh, and congrats! I have to older brothers who also teach. Keep a journal, you'll have some great stories to pass along.

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"Just a Guy. Your feelings are touching. I am gladdened by the thought that you will one day wind up 6 feet under as we all do." - MrRoxy ------ "I do not suggest you walk out the door onto a New York street with your vulnerable child part exposed and not protected..." - Jason Bennett

Updated On: 8/12/07 at 09:30 PM

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Posted: 8/12/07 at 9:31pm

Good luck Kel! You'll be a fabulous teacher!

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I am a firm believer in serendipity- all the random pieces coming together in one wonderful moment, when suddenly you see what their purpose was all along.

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Posted: 8/12/07 at 9:32pm

Yes, she will!

Where'd she go?!?

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Posted: 8/12/07 at 9:32pm

Wow, you're starting really early. I thought we went back early, starting on August 27th.

I'm sure tomorrow will be fine. The kids are still all in "new school year" mode. It's the next few days you'll need to worry about! That's when they relax in to their "normal" behavior. As my father, who was also a teacher, always said, "Never let them see you smile until December".

Can't wait to hear how your first day went!

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Posted: 8/12/07 at 9:33pm

I'm here, and thanks guys! I was just picking out my clothes for tomorrow- a girl's gotta make a good impression. I also was looking for my camera so I could post pics of my classroom. I'm resizing them now.

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"All the while making faces like a baby platypus who forget to take some Beano before eating a chimichanga." FindingNamo in reference to Jessica Simpson's singing.

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Posted: 8/12/07 at 9:39pm

"Do they still use chalk? I thought everything was whiteboards now."

Really? Christ. Good thing they still play a phonograph recording of the Star Spangled Banner on the Victrola before every school day.

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Posted: 8/12/07 at 9:39pm

Ooh...and can I add that I just found out I will NOT be returning to my second school that has been such a nightmare for the last few years. It's a very good thing! And since we're keeping this thread positive and uplifiting for Kel, I won't include the extremely rude email I got from the principal of said school. I'm sure you'll have a great day tomorrow Kel!

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Posted: 8/12/07 at 9:42pm

I'll be keeping you in my prayers, KelRel. Please remember, I did my best to talk you out of this!

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"Long live God!" (GODSPELL)

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Posted: 8/12/07 at 9:44pm

"Really? Christ. Good thing they still play a phonograph recording of the Star Spangled Banner on the Victrola before every school day."

Do they do that before or after the prayer?

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"Just a Guy. Your feelings are touching. I am gladdened by the thought that you will one day wind up 6 feet under as we all do." - MrRoxy ------ "I do not suggest you walk out the door onto a New York street with your vulnerable child part exposed and not protected..." - Jason Bennett

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Posted: 8/12/07 at 9:45pm

Dollz, why do you hate teaching?

#18

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Posted: 8/12/07 at 9:46pm

I hate kids.

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#19

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Posted: 8/12/07 at 9:47pm

Then why did you choose the profession?

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Posted: 8/12/07 at 9:48pm

Justaguy, they do pray at my school. I am teaching at a private christian school.

DP, yes you did try and that was all the motivation I needed to stay in the profession. Kids need teachers who aren't burnt out and holding on for a few more years so they get their retirement. If you have kids so much just retire. You and your students will be happier.

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"All the while making faces like a baby platypus who forget to take some Beano before eating a chimichanga." FindingNamo in reference to Jessica Simpson's singing.

#21

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Posted: 8/12/07 at 9:49pm

Kel Rel, any teacher who plays Jack Johnson in their class is MY favorite teacher. Way to go!

#22

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Posted: 8/12/07 at 9:52pm

Bubbletoes!

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#23

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Posted: 8/12/07 at 9:52pm

Go get 'em, kiddo!
You'll be great - the adventure begins....

#24

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Posted: 8/12/07 at 9:52pm

Fab, how did you know I would be playing Jack Johnson? I have some Jack, some Disney movie songs, and of course the soundtrack to High School Musical (those kids better know I love them).

Here's my room.

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"All the while making faces like a baby platypus who forget to take some Beano before eating a chimichanga." FindingNamo in reference to Jessica Simpson's singing.

#25

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Posted: 8/12/07 at 9:54pm

Your room is lovely! And I'm psychic.