Walking the Walk

In class I'm always encouraging my kids to give their best effort and not take the easy way out. We always throw around that term, "life-long learner". I encourage them to stretch their brains and not be content where they are-- to grow a little bit every day.

Do they see that in me? I hope they see it in my diplomas on the wall. But does it stop there?

I was asked to be the Lead Teacher for 10th grade English today. At first I resisted. I relish my anonymity in this huge place with over 400 teachers. Fly under the radar. Easy, breezy, beautiful. Do good things, but do them quietly. Walk softly and carry a big stick. And then I thought about my kids. If I say no, it'll be out of selfishness and laziness-- the unwillingness to do extra paperwork and a little more preparation. I know I have something to give. I know I can be an encouragement and a resource for my colleagues. It's time to stop talking and start walking.

So I said yes. Here we go!