Today is August 15, which means many schools have already started and some will begin within the next two weeks. In my opinion, it is an exciting time of year. During my teaching career, I had 37 years of first days. I always found the first day to be exhausting, yet exhilarating. All those new names, new schedule, new classroom, new personalities are just waiting to be discovered. The first day holds so much promise for both the students and the teachers. The first day means you get to put last year's issues behind you and start anew. Everyone needs a fresh start sometimes! The first day means another chance to improve upon the skills you learned before, and maybe even a chance to shleve a strategy that did not work and utilize a new strategy. Yes, the first day of school holds limitless possibilities!
Here is my wish for all the students and teachers for this first day of a new school year: Beleive in yourself, and give the school year your best try. Wishing all much success and learning and personal growth. I only wish I were having a first day with you. Have a wonderful first day and school year!
Visit Dede's web page for complete details on her award-winning book, STUDENT TEACHING: THE INSIDE SCOOP FROM A MASTER TEACHER. Many colleges have made the book required reading. Signed copies are available www.dederittman.com Dede is also a national speaker on The Three C's for Classroom success: Confidence, communication, and Creativity; Avoiding Teacher burnout; and many other inspirational topics.
I LOVE writing. And I love writing children's books- my newest passion. Although it will be a ton of work, I am looking forward to selling my books. Since I was a secondary teacher, I know that I have much to learn about elementary students, and I will have to follow my own advice and be my genuine self. However, I also know that I am passionate about helping kids who have to wear glasses, and that GRADY GETS GLASSES sends a positive message. I am willing to work hard and do all the things that also made me a successful teacher for 37
Teacher friends- let me know if you want me to read GRADY GETS GLASSES at your school. I am willing to come in to discuss the creative writing process, why writing is important, and personal fulfillment through writing, along with reading my book. I would appreciate the exposure, and I would make signed copies available for purchase in your classrooms following the reading. Please email me at dederittman@gmail.com The website www.gradygetsglasses.com now has plush Grady bunnies for sale!
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