It's hard to believe that the school year is almost at an end. We have our awards assembly this afternoon, clean-up tomorrow morning, and then two half-days for teachers to finish their last-minute work. Friday we are done at 11:45 am and off on our planes at 3:45 pm!
It has been a wild and crazy year. There were times I was certain that I would not return, there were times I was certain that I could stay here forever. As of now, I have signed another contract for three years and we shall deal with events as they come. My main worry is my family, and my parents. Do I come home to help physically, without a job or a penny? Or do I stay far from home and help financially? Tough choice. And I miss my kids terribly. But again, from here I can help financially moreso than if I was back home.
I also like the fact that I will be teaching high school, and in a brand-new room to myself in a brand-new building. That is a big plus right there. I know the students, I know the administration, and I really like the community. The people are so friendly and generous. Plus I will be picking up my brand-new Honda ATV upon my return, so I will have fun tootling all over the countryside, LOL!
We had our farewell staff picnic on Monday. We all hopped onto four-wheelers and went out to a cove on the east shore. It had been such a lovely day but the warm air created an onshore wind that pulled in a heavy ice fog from Hudson Bay...with mitts, hoodie, snow pants and a winter coat, I was still frozen! And the kids were climbing the few snow piles left...Ah, summer in Sanikiluaq when you can still have a snowball fight...
Tuesday was a half-day as we had report cards. Few surprises with the marks, but it was nice to see so many parents and have them happy to know that I am returning. They all appreciate the stability that consisten staff brings to teh community. So different from my last teaching position where the thought seemed to be that if we left, they could have ten people to replace us by the next day. No wait, that really wasn't a thought...it was actually said, LOL! Way to feel appreciated, hmmm?
So here I am, packing for teh summer and loving the fact that I have a very well-paid government job, FINALLY, with all the attendant benefits. It's just a shame that it is so far away. So for now, I shall sign off for the summer as I head home to my parents' place and then off to Florida with the family as Grandma's treat to visit Disney World. Yep, there are DEFINITE benefits to a good job!
TTFN! TTYL!
