Welcome to the Gigantic Field of Unknowing. Before i became a teacher, i thought summers were opulent breaks in which educators went sailing and drank salty dogs at two in the afternoon. huh. What do teachers do on summer "vacation"? i will attempt to explore this idea of an educator's summer with consistent entries exploring just exactly why those damn teachers get so much time off.
Thursday, June 23, 2011
On to the next...
I just got back from a family wedding and vacation in Hawaii. In 8 hours I leave for the NAIS Summer Diversity Institute in Alexandria, VA. I'm trying to shift my window of perspective from white privileged tourists to engaged...hmmm. I'm not really sure what my new MO will be, what will be required of me, of my perspective, of my integrity and honesty about my own identity in relation to my community at work. I know I'm not ready. I know I will be overwhelmed and feel lacking. I know I will need courage, stamina, and compassion. One night's sleep with my beloved, and I'm ready to face anything. Maybe.
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Brenda my dear, you are so ready, if only because you are willing to admit your ignorance, ask questions, and be open to seeing where those questions take you. Your honesty with yourself and others is a true gift. Have a great time and let us know all the wonderful things you learn! <3 Crysta
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