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With a new year comes some mixed emotions for both parents and students. Some are excited about a new year and what will happen. Some fear the unknown of the new grade expectations. Some are sad that summer is over. These are very normal and real emotions that everyone goes through. I can tell you that teachers out there are feeling a little bit of the same emotions. As we process and plan our new year, excitement, fear, and sadness are all part of how we transition into our new school year. In hopes to ease your own transition, I offer you this look into a teacher's heart as they plan for the new school year.
You see, although many people out there view teacher time in the summer as vacation(and it is), but it is much more than that. Teachers take time to breathe of course, but a majority of the summer time is spent prepping for your kiddos. Teachers are planning lessons, creating instructional materials, reading about learning, or even learning new ways to intervene when your child might need them.
I tell you this, not to defend summer break for teachers, because I don't feel that is even needed. However, I tell you this to let you know that your child is in great hands. These teachers put their heart and soul into your child's education and life. They will never give up on them. Sure, we aren't perfect, and there will be bumps in the road. As you approach the new year with your child at what ever level, remember that we all have the same goal in mind and that is to provide the best for your child!!!!
Hopefully this will ease your mind a bit as you transition from summer to the new school year!! Best of luck and I know it will be great!!!