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Thursday, November 3, 2016

Giving Thanks for ... {My Job}

I know. I know. I wish I were retired, but I am fortunate to have a great job with great coworkers at a great school, St. Paul's Episcopal- Lakeview.



I am a certified secondary science educator. My major is chemistry education and minor in biology. I am also certified in physics and Earth science. In the past, I have taught 8th grade Earth science, 9th grade physical science, and 4th/5th general science.








Currently, I teach middle school science --- 2 sections of 6th grade Earth Science (10 students each section), 2 sections of 7th grade physical science (11 students each section), and 1 section of 8th grade life science (18 students).

I am a 7th grade homeroom advisor as well as Science Olympiad chairperson and Coastal Roots coordinator. I tend to wear numerous hats and there is never a dull moment. I have always said that I could teach forever if we were not made to do so many extra things outside of the school day.

I am thankful for a great job and the ability to work.

Thanks for a Job, y'all!

12 comments:

  1. I know your students adore you. Maybe I would have done better in science if I'd had a classroom like that ;-)

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  2. Teachers cant wait till they retire...I am one who has...but those smiling faces and energetic kids keep you young and "with it." ha. I am still in contact with some of mine from years and years ago. And I love it. Yes...so much for which to be thankful...sometimes the everyday stuff makes us forget.:-) Including myself here too. sheila

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  3. Simply the best teacher ever. You deserve Teacher of the year. You make everything fun! xo

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  4. All these science things, biology, etc. makes my head hurt! :) More kids need great teachers like you. Work as long as you can and as long as you enjoy it! You're making a positive difference in these young lives.

    xo
    Pat

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  5. As I have told you before Ron you are my hero to be a teacher. You make such a difference in the kids that will be in charge some day. Thank you for your dedication to your profession.
    Hugs,
    Kris

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  6. Ron, I love, love, love your classroom decor and your excitement for learning. What an impression you make on your students! I wish I had a teacher like you who made it come alive. Even though my children don't attend your classes, I'm thankful for teachers like you! What a blessing you are.

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  7. I'm sure your kiddos are incredibly thankful for you, too. They're lucky to have you!

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  8. Good morning, Ron! I adore your classroom--I really love how you are carrying the periodic table theme with Thanksgiving! So, clever. I can't wait to see how you decorate it for the Christmas season! Your students are lucky to have you. I would look forward to going to your class everyday! Have a great Friday! xoxo

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  9. It's so fun how you come up with a theme each year. Your students are blessed to have a devoted teacher like you. Yes many things to be thankful for indeed!

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  10. What would we do without our great teachers? Science is one of my son's favorite subjects because it's so interesting. I just wish he felt that way about Math too. Looks like you teach at a great school!

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  11. Ron, your love of teaching and working with young people just shines. We are thankful that you are making science interesting and relevant for these kids. I was not very interested in science in school (back in the dark ages) but you would have made a difference in my education. Guess I'm a little old to join in on one of your classes. You are indeed a blessing...

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  12. Ron I turned 66 this past September and I have been retired for almost 4 years. I am not going to lie to you - it is WONDERFUL!!! Don't wish your life away. I think you are touching these children's hearts as well as their minds and I hope you can do it for a long time. Sorry I have to be anonymous because I don't know how else to do it. Patty

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