Whatever it may be, for me it's a complete day of doing nothing. This last week has been absolutely nuts... From daily FFA activities and dress-up days to preparing speakers and regional officer candidates, I am completely exhausted!!! It was extremely successful week but at the same time when you have so many things going on there's bound to be fights, disagreements, upsets, sometimes tears. To say I'm proud of all of my students for their participation and dedication this week is an understatement.
I mean let's be real I'm not a walk in the park but I tell my kids all the time that I would never ask them to do something that I wouldn't do myself and I would never ask them to do something that they are not capable of. After a couple conversations with various people I've decided that it best not to focus on the win. It's not about the ribbons, the plaques or the announcement of names. It's about the growth process to get you to a point. Teaching kids to work hard, put in the time and practice is my favorite part of being an Ag teacher.
Having moved from a school with three teachers, to a new school and being by myself, this year, I have had to learn what to pick and choose as priorities. One thing I promised myself this year, was that I would never do something for them. The amount of potential my students have is unreal-- getting them to realize their potential has been the struggle. Teaching kids about that process of hard work and dedication has been the test for me. Taking kids who have never been successful in the blue jacket and helping make them successful has been the best part of this year. I feel so fortunate to be able to continue this journey with the students next year. Although it's only February, I know that my students are learning every day that it's about the process to the win that matters...
This last week has been stressful and time consuming with LOTS of coffee. But if I don't put the time for them and give them my 100%, they won't do the same for me. They know I'm invested in them and their success and that gives them the courage to try new things and RISK BOLDLY....
All the kiddos at the Sectional Speaking Contest
Some ribbons and plaques! Even they were surprised with their success...
Regional officer candidates! They weren't slated but they learned a ton from the experience! So proud of them for putting themselves out there!
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