And now a moment about me...

I found out today that I passed both the special education and media specialist certification tests. This means that I am now qualified to teach both of these subjects! This excites me greatly because I have become slightly unhappy in the regular classroom. I am ready for a change and a new atmosphere. It is looking pretty good that I will be teaching special education inclusion next year probably to grades K-3. This isn't that much different then what I do now considering 10% of third grade is special ed. I just won't have all the added stress that comes with being their homeroom teacher. No more report cards, progress reports, permanent records. Hello 5 page EIP's. I really like working with kids in small groups and LOVE the crazy little mean kids. The stresses of being a third grade homeroom teacher and teaching writing to 105 third graders has finally worn me down. Maybe a change of scenery next year will brighten things up. Every job has its downfalls but you gotta be willing to take risks and try something new (even if it is just down the hall.)