A new year is always a time to reflect on the year that passed, and to think about the future.
2016 was a shocker of a year in general, but for me it was pretty good. After years, I finally came off antidepressants, and despite my concerns, have yet to slump back into depression. Paired with that I started going to the gym and trying to eat right. Also, I had a change of year group in work and am finding that I am less stressed and generally feel less burnt out by the end of a term. So here is my wish list for this year.
Professional:
1) Continue to work hard for every child in my class
2) Continue to support other teachers and gratefully accept support from others
3) Oversee a successful transition from us having a computer room to using mobile technology and ensure all staff are as comfortable with new tech as possible
4) Extend the work of Digital Leaders within school
Personal
1) When I moved year groups, I joined a class that have wider opportunities violin. I played the violin from 6 years old until I was 18 and joining in with the kids has made me realise how much I missed it – so I’m going back to having lessons privately again. It seemed a shame to leave that skill behind after so long.
2) Couch to 5K – in my quest to be healthier and happier I need to get out and do more. So I’m setting myself this as a challenge.
3) Continue to improve my work/life balance.
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