Solid attendance at tonight’s Open House. So great to see parents and students actively supporting the school.
I'm exhausted, but in a good way. I have just finished my first week of the doctorate of education program, and I cannot recall a time when I was asked to read so much material. The synthesizing and the writing, have also been mentally taxing.
Someone asked why I would ever want to subject myself to something like this. The only answer I can give is that I am doing it for me. And, I also explain that it is similar to a strenuous physical workout...one in which you don't think you'll finish, but you feel good once it is complete.
Yes, it is only week one of a three year program. It has been a bear. Finding the right tempo, or readjusting my study habits has been a challenge. I know I will have to give up a lot of my leisure time. However, I am making something. I am making something for myself. And, I keep reminding myself of that feeling at the finish line, no matter how far away it might be.
I posted this photo on Instagram earlier today, and it seemed to resonate with quite a few people.
Some might say that this post speaks to those of us that identify as introverts. Extroverts have no need for a sign like this, apparently. I think it’s a perfect banner for an ambivert.
Fittingly, today’s teacher collaboration session was focused on behavior and consequences. And, the conversation was loud and spirited. The discussion went far beyond contract hours. It was exhausting. Maybe that banner should read, “Please leave by 3.”
I've been thinking a lot about time management, lately. After reviewing the summer semester reading schedule and course outlines for the EdD program, I realized that I really need to optimize my time.
Time optimization means less time for hobbies, like letterpress printing *sigh* and no binge-watching Netflix/Amazon Prime shows. Instead, I’ll be reading, writing, and listening to books on tape. I’m not sure what other strategies would best, but I'm sure I’ll be re-examining a lot of my routines abs habits. What that looks like, exactly, is still uncertain.
