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Shanti
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Bundle of nerves
As some of you know, I am starting a middle school teaching job tomorrow. I have never been this nervous about starting a job before! I think it's because I have NO idea what to expect and have not received much guidance. I have not slept well the last few night and my stomach is in knots - AAAHHH!
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luvsbob4603
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Re: Bundle of nerves
aww relax you are going to do great you need to get some sleep! have confindence i have lots of confidence in you and i know you will do great!!
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| Posted 2/26/06 9:32 AM |
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ttsmom
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Re: Bundle of nerves
Don't worry, even experienced teachers (12 years here) have trouble sleeping the night before going back to school. Ask anyone.
just relax and remember your in charge. Good luck!
Jenn
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| Posted 2/26/06 9:33 AM |
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VirginiaDeb
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Re: Bundle of nerves
This is perfectly normal! But you will do great. Just get everything ready to go for tomorrow before you go to bed, maybe drink some relaxation tea, and try your best to get some sleep.
Best of luck tomorrow!!!! I'll be thinking about you!
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| Posted 2/26/06 9:35 AM |
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Re: Bundle of nerves
Good luck!
I know it sounds corny, but just be yourself, be firm and have fun. For me, having my lessons and materials ready always made me feel more ready and confident. I know you'll do great. Middle schoolers really are a lot of fun and will be itching for attention from you.
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| Posted 2/26/06 9:38 AM |
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dooodles
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Re: Bundle of nerves
Sweetie you will be fine!! Make sure you gets lots of sleep for your early morning commute 
If I had a phone I'd call to wish you luck but since I won't until Tuesday, I'll call you then to see how it went!
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| Posted 2/26/06 9:39 AM |
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bklyngirl
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Re: Bundle of nerves
you'll be fine
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| Posted 2/26/06 9:42 AM |
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MissJones
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Re: Bundle of nerves
We all know the feeling! And I can totally tell you from experience how hard it is going into an already established class. So much luck! The nerves are natural but they **** 
Anyway, just stand your ground. Today, go over your rules and expectations so you won't have surprises. Almost prepare a mini syllabus. What's your rule for a missing h/w assignment? If it is the ability to make it up but a note home, then do that from the first student on. Don't be nice to make them see how good a person you are. My best step was sending notes or calling home when the sweetest student in the world missed her homework 2 nights in a row. Once it was establsihed that I DO SEND HOME NOTES OR CALL, they knew that I would do it and it wasn't just a threat.
Also, know what you are doing tomorrow. Middle school is a fun age, but still an age that most people avoid teaching, but it's because they can be *obnoxious*. Let's face it, how were we at 13?  So know your stuff. Show them that work is expected so start them working. They get the idea quickly that you are an old pro!
Remember, you just have to get through the day. You'll start going from getting through the day to getting through the week. Good luck and remember this is the start of your career!!!!!!!!!!!!! 
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| Posted 2/26/06 10:01 AM |
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lvdolphins
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Re: Bundle of nerves
Awww you will be fine!
Just stand your ground and have fun! Make it fun!
Good Luck, enjoy it, and get some rest.
Oh, and of course..Keep us posted.
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| Posted 2/26/06 10:20 AM |
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ssbride05
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Re: Bundle of nerves
Good luck tomorrow Daniela!! you will do great...as the other posters said, be yourself and be confident! you will be GREAT!!!
Keep us posted....
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| Posted 2/26/06 10:38 AM |
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Shanti
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Re: Bundle of nerves
Thank you all so much, your advice and support mean the world to me!
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| Posted 2/26/06 11:41 AM |
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Wendy
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Re: Bundle of nerves
Good luck!!!
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| Posted 2/26/06 11:43 AM |
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Re: Bundle of nerves
The best advice I can give you as a first year teacher myself is do your best they could not ask for more than that! And roll with the punches! Try to find humor in all things because they can be vicous!! Please remember it gets better as the years go on! Thats the only thing thats keeping me from the mental inst.
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| Posted 2/26/06 11:44 AM |
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Briannasmommy
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Re: Bundle of nerves
goodluck you will do fine.
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BaroqueMama
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Re: Bundle of nerves
Posted by ttsmom
Don't worry, even experienced teachers (12 years here) have trouble sleeping the night before going back to school. Ask anyone.
So true!
You will be great. It's that fear of the "unknown". Just remember that they are kids, and ultimately, you are the one in charge. Both schools I have worked in, I've gotten ZERO guidance on anything teaching related, and it always works out to my advantage. I can do what I think is best and no one bothers me. So look at it from that standpoint and hopefully it will help. And just resign to the fact that it's going to be a bit scary the first couple of days, but that feeling only lasts those couple of days until you are comfortable. So take comfort in knowing that this time next week, you will be feeling much better!
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| Posted 2/26/06 12:07 PM |
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dandj
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Re: Bundle of nerves
Good luck tomorrow... I'm sure you'll do great!
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| Posted 2/26/06 12:23 PM |
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Shanti
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Re: Bundle of nerves
Thank you again. Your words of wisdom are being taken to heart, and I appreciate the support
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PrincessP
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Re: Bundle of nerves
lots of Luck to you! It will be Okay. Just think about how bad you wanted the position and Keep up your head up! Let us know how it goes. Good Luck!!!!
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LadyPrincess
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Re: Bundle of nerves
D-you will be fine. Your great personality & lovable charm & non nonsense rules (where needed) will show & the kids will learn. You will be in my thoughts.
Message edited 2/26/2006 1:06:03 PM.
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| Posted 2/26/06 1:04 PM |
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Re: Bundle of nerves
Good luck Daniela!!! I think some of the teachers here gave you great advice - I am sure you will do a wonderful job!
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| Posted 2/26/06 1:54 PM |
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Tanaholic
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Re: Bundle of nerves
Lots of Luck! You will do great!
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