In this past month, my students have improved on their learning which shows me that standard based grading and being strategic with multiple chances of learning is so far going well. I also worked a lot around advisory and still trying to grasp that program. But I do realize it is a challenge when a few students in your room have the mindset of "not caring." Granted, no two schools are ever alike, so my struggles may be parallel to those in other areas as well.
Overall, I know I am over worked. But the days do not end because I want them to. We are all busy and afternoon meetings seem to be never ending. I know it is a balance in my life. There are always going to be waves of good, waves of bad, and moments where I just don't care. Everyday I have to remind myself to be the best that I can be and know what I do is enough and all I give in that moment. Some positives for the month, ran a 5k in my quickest time (still slow, but I improved), continuing with Cross Fit is my saving grace, good observation cycle with my team, celebrating birthdays, hanging out with co-workers, cleaning my house, and this ridiculous Indian Summer in California.
With all things...this too shall past.