Everybody told me, they warned me: This time of the year is the hardest. Not only are the students just completely checked out, so am I! I'm trying to stay focused and get as much as I can done, but I've decided I'm just not going to stress over it. We'll get done what we get done. I'm not going to worry about absences or students who are not being productive. It's no longer my problem. They've made their choices and there is probably little I can do for the students who have given up. I will try my best, but I'm not going to lose my head over it.
In other news, I can't wait to have a bit of free time - I've been really itching to write and I need to read. It's a physical need. I'm moving in June - going to co-habitate for the first time with my boyfriend Gautam, who is also a teacher. Super excited - but the actual act of moving is a pain. I'm doing tutoring in June, but that will be somewhat less stressful. I just need some time to breathe and take stock in myself again.
Anyone who complains about teachers getting summer off needs a reality check.
