Sometimes things happen in life that are unexpected and not ideal...and yet still good. This is one of those times. This is not something I planned or pursued. It pursued me. As a follower of Jesus, I believe that God orchestrates our lives. As someone who believes this, I approach every situation and decision in prayer, seeking what he desires of me. This decision was one that was taken with great seriousness and lots of prayer. I know, without a shadow of a doubt, that this - despite its timing that does not make sense - is the right decision and the change God wants me to make. I was offered a job as a middle school teacher at the school that my boys attend. Like I said, after a lot of prayer, my husband and I decided that I should take it. This will be my last week here at Nellie. It is bittersweet as I am excited to work at the school my boys go to. I think it will be awesome for them. But, I have spent 18 years here and I am the teacher I am today because of this place, the teachers and admin, and you guys - the students. I also feel a commitment to you all, that a part of me feels I am breaking and that is hard for me to walk through. I want the best for you guys. I want you all to learn and grow this year and be ready for high school and whatever it throws at you. I believe that if God is asking me to step away mid-year it is because whoever is going to replace me will be able to do that for you the rest of this year, in a way I could not. My leaving has nothing to do with the school, the teachers, or you guys. The biggest reason I am leaving is that I believe God has asked me to trust him in this and take this other job now.
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