One of the best parts of living in small town USA is the school where I teach. No, it's not the most wealthy, organized, or fancy school, but I love getting to know my students and their families. Most teachers cringe when they run into a student at the local grocery store, but I relish it. Who wouldn't want a huge hug and a smile from a child on an average Tuesday? No one is as happy to bump into me as my students are. An eight year old can definitely stroke your ego ;)
I'm often frustrated with the lack of resources at our school. I could explore other teaching positions in neighboring counties, but my school, my students and my coworkers connect me to the community. If you're going to live in a small town. . . you might as well know everyone, right? Otherwise, what's the point? You're a stranger in the middle of nowhere!
I never thought I'd be a "blogger," but I really enjoy reading teacher blogs, and I've started my own store on teacherspayteachers.com, so I figured. . . If you can't beat 'em. . . JOIN 'em!
The vision for my blog is to use it as an outlet to share lessons and activities I've done with students. I want to share what worked, what didn't work, and hopefully, inspire others along the way. I not only want to share experiences in my classroom, but share experiences as a twenty-something newlywed.
I have a lot to learn when it comes to blogging, but I never shy away from a challenge!
Until next time. . .
Mrs. Patmore
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