Thursday, December 18th, 2008
Unfortunately and very obviously, I’ve been very negligent with my blog this fall. As is the case for music teachers (and teachers in general), things have been very busy. This fall, we have had Solo and Ensemble for orchestra students, All-County auditions for chorus and orchestra, All-State auditions for chorus and orchestra and preparing for our Winter Concert. Next up is our annual state music conference (a chance to recharge), All-County rehearsals and performance, followed by Festival for both chorus and orchestra. Oh, and after Christmas vacation, we start our beginning groups.
I’m not in any way complaining about the schedule. After all, I signed up for this. When I can’t do everything I want to do, it helps to remember why that is so. I am hoping that after a week of R&R for Christmas, I can write down a couple of thoughts for your consideration and input.
To all who labor hard in the field of teaching, whatever your subject area, I hope you take a few moments (better take at least a couple of days) to rest and recharge if at all possible. Your work may not be praised or even recognized by many right now, but in the years to come your students will remember your efforts and the impact you had on their lives.