Exciting, but Scary

Well, my landlady called to say that the apartment is ready (just needs more cleaning in the bathroom and awaiting the arrival of the fixed washer). I discussed it with my parents and we're going to move the majority of my stuff Tuesday, January 1. How exciting. I'll try to remember to get Mom to bring her camera along. If not I'll at least be able to post a picture of the living room where my webcam will pointed. I'll come back with my parents for chinese food and bowling with the Loewens and I'll spend Wednesday finishing off the packing and planning and move the rest of my stuff (including Veritas) on Thursday the 3rd. I'll notify the utilities and if they have to come over hopefully that day will be suitable for them. And that will leave me with Friday to access the school and finish planning my first week. I'll then use my weekend to plan some meals and relax before the start of the new school year.

Merry Christmas!!

This Christmas saw the Loewens partying down in the fire hall. Quite a nice facility for us. Christmas Eve saw the Haskins out for supper and then to West Portal for their Christmas Eve service. We brought Grandma home with us and watched tv and went to bed. It's the first time I can remember not reading the full Christmas story - right from the angel talking to Mary all the way to the return from Egypt. In the morning we ended up waiting a little bit for my brother to drive over (he moved into the city during the summer). Santa got us lots and lots of little presents and some nice-sized cheques. After declining to return them for smaller sizes, we hung out until the dinner. A few people from each side of the family joined us for turkey.

I did go boxing day shopping, mostly because computer upgrades were at the top of my list and I wanted them last week. I got some ram, a new video card, and a web cam. Computer is running quite well now. I also picked up some DVDs, yoga pants, and some necessities. A mostly successful, but rather tiring day.

Now I'm going to be spending my time packing what I absolutely need for my move and planning out as much of January as I can. I'm excited to teach, but quite nervous, too.

I hope you all had a merry Christmas and that the new year finds you well. Until next time!

oh dear oh dear oh dear

Who in their right mind agrees to teach Grades 4-12, especially subjects they're not trained in? Well... wait a minute... I'm not in my right mind, but that's what I'm going to do. I am the newest teacher at H.Hardcastle school in Edam, SK (which is in the North Battleford area). I'll be doing some science, social, art, home ec (which is actually PAA now), and health. I'll be living seniors' housing. It's very tiny, but affordable and Veritas can come :) I'll be able to walk to school and this will be fabulous for my resume.

Interview

Well, my second interview is on Wednesday in Edam. Small town. 191 students in the school. I'll be getting experience with Grades 4-12. How's that for scary? There'll be science, home ec., social, art, and health. The principal sounds really nice. We had a good chat. The teacher is going on maternity leave and planned out her year so that some of the less desirable things (like sewing and sex ed) are done. She's hoping to have her baby before the end of Christmas break, so they really do need someone. I also spoke to a woman who has control of the low rental housing (silly me, just realized that I didn't ask how much) and she said that the school was really great. They have a place that they would have ready for me by the time I got there and I'll be taking a look after my interview. This is definitely going to take a lot of work, but it'll look good on my resume. Gives me lots of experience with the grades I like (especially since Grade 1 proved a little much for me).

Anywho, prayers appreciated. Even if I get the job I'll need prayers to survive it.

First

I gots me first pay stub today and, while I haven't checked yet, that usually means I got paid as well. Sadly that's only 40% of a day, but there'll be at least 2 full days on the next one.

I was with the same class as Friday, today. It's nice to get to learn their names and what they're like and how to deal with them. I really miss having my own classroom. I'll get there next year, though. I just need to get some experience and save up some money for moving :)

Exhausted

Grade One is a very tiring class. They got a little loud and they got a little out of hand. They didn't get to play bingo, but I thought they did quite well practising for their Christmas concert. They are an entertaining bunch and it was nice to get pictures from the girls. I was able to learn quite a few names by the end of the day - so that was very nice for me to know that I can. I survived another day of subbing with a smile on my face. I do hope there's more to come.

w00t!

Got another job for tomorrow, thank you Aunt Lori. I get the Grade 1's in Warman. I love how close it is - I might even walk. Hopefully this ushers in a new era of lots of days of teaching ;) This will also give me an idea of how suited I am to such a young grade. Please pray for a good day!