TWIC - Week 15 & 16 - Teaching in My Sleep!

This week in class, I reflected on the surprising moment I was asked if I’d even be back next year. (Spoiler: yes, I will.)

As a new teacher, it's wild how much of this first-year experience looks different from the inside—and how easy it is for others to assume you’re not going to make it. But even on the hard days, I’m still here, still showing up, and still rocking second grade.

I talk about the social side of teaching too—those staff events where you’re not sure how “off the clock” you can actually be. I’m figuring out what kind of professional life I want to build, one that feels full, not just functional. And hey, I even had a full-blown teacher nightmare while I was on break (beds in the classroom?!). Apparently, the job follows you into your dreams.

If you're a first year teacher or new to the classroom, I'm right there with you. I also share how I plan to reset classroom rules after the break (don't skip this!) and how you can support my class during Giving Tuesday if you’d like to make a difference for my students.

Let me know how you're building balance in your teaching life—especially if you're navigating your first year like I am. And if you've got classroom wishlist tips or Giving Tuesday ideas, hit me up!

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