Yes, I do realize it has been a while since I have posted. I was reminded of that today when I was told by a student that he noticed I had not posted in a while. I must admit, I was pleased to know that someone actually read the blog. Had I known that someone took the time to read it, I probably would have posted long before now.
It is hard to believe it is the end of March already. This time last year I had already made the decision to stay at Greenbrier, had told all the important people at GHS I was staying there, and had already told Ms. Jackson that I was not leaving GHS to open GTHS. I was inundated with cheers by both my students at GHS who found out I was staying as well as some of the people that I worked with. Life, professionally speaking, could not get any better. Little did everyone know that while I was telling everyone I was staying put, I would secretly check out GT's newly developed website and talk with Mr. Medlin about the "cool science things" that GT was going to do. I even completed the Biology supply order for the school (all the science equipment in the Bio rooms was ordered by yours truly) even though I was not going to go to the school. I listened to Mr. Medlin talk about who was hired for the science department at the school, and I watched the website every couple of days to see the new additions of teachers.
Then in May, I happened to be on the county website to see what positions were opening, and I noticed that GT had a science position available (thanks to someone who did not pass the science certification test). My heart started beating really fast, my hands started to shake, and I immediately thought that I had to apply for the job. I KNEW that I had to go; I felt it in my bones. I could not give a reason why or how I knew, I just did. I spoke with Mr. Medlin and Mrs. Jackson, and the job was mine. I had to go back and tell everyone that I was not staying, but actually leaving. I did not hear any cheers this time (well, except for Mr. Medlin and Ms. Roden).
Leaving GHS was one of the hardest things I have ever done. I LOVE that school and the students and teachers who spend their days there. There are so many things that I miss...my former students, my classroom, the view from my window, my co-workers, etc. I cried the last week I was there...a lot... I had absolutely no reason to leave, but I did anyway.
And I am so glad I did...
I wish I could describe the excitement I felt the first time I saw my classroom at GT. I brought my camera and took pictures of my room, put them on the computer, made a powerpoint from them and sent then to all my friends. I could not wait to get into the building and have a classroom of students. All of us were excited to start the school year and see what kinds of kids walked through GT's doors. I knew on Open House night that I made the right decision about leaving GHS.
My students drive me crazy (and they did at GHS, too), but I love them. I can always count on them to make me laugh, and that makes me happy. Most days, I really enjoy their company; I cannot imagine my life without teenagers in it. I am thankful that they are a part of my life...even on the days that I fuss at them (and it is only because I care). As the year ends, I hope every student knows how much I appreciate what they have added to my life. I cannot imagine being anywhere else.
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