I've taken over full time now and am really enjoying it. Before I had the Algebra II class, I taught the same thing over and over again to my 4 Algebra I classes. Now that I have the Algebra II class, it breaks up the monotony. This week was also our first early release day. The students were dismissed 3 1/2 hours early. After the students left, the teachers split up into their PLC groups. My PLC group, the math PLC, was very frustrating for me. I felt like there were a lot of conflicting opinions, which led to no solution. Hopefully there are more positive attitudes during our next meeting.
Something else that I would like to say is that I am so happy that I am in the cohort I am in. The nine of us are extremely close. We are like a "herd" walking around the school. The drive home is always a reflective time for all of us. We are able to share our frustrations, accomplishments, and ask for help. I'm very lucky to have been placed here at EFHS.
I'm so glad you have a good intern support group. Besides making the drive home fun, it's so important for you to have that safe space to reflect and vent as needed.
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