Thursday, May 23, 2013

Emotionally Drained

This has been the hardest day emotionally for me. Today I had to tell many of my students they did not pass the state test. I have never had to do that before. It was gut wrenching. They knew this meant they will be attending summer school.

I had to tell many students they only missed passing by one or two questions. Their disappointment was so sad.

We shed a lot of tears today.

I am exhausted, I mean physically exhausted from the emotional roller coaster.

There was a lot of discussion around classes. There was a group of boys in one class who failed and who are behavior issues, serious behavior issues. My aide heard them saying, "Man, its because I misbehave. I gotta start listening." Hmmm... did that just sink in to them?"

We still have 7 1/2 days left of school. It is going to be tough.

Thankfully we have a four day weekend ahead of us. I need to regroup. I need to get away from school and unwind. I need to hug my own children, play some ball with them and spend some money. Plus, I think a nap is in order!




6 comments:

  1. That's horrible. Days like this stink and hopefully they can be a learning experience for all involved.

    If I were you I might start with a nap first.

    matt

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  2. I am so sorry to hear that your day was so difficult. Enjoy yourself this weekend. You deserve it.

    Amy
    Eclectic Educating

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  3. Days like that are tough. I've had several days like that in the past. I'm happy I don't have to experience that this year. Enjoy your long weekend.

    Katrina

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  4. thanks for the love! I got some much needed rest and am enjoying my four day weekend!!!

    Elizabeth

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