My Secret Summer Project | Going Back to the Classroom (Vulnerable & Honest Thoughts)
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Hi Michelle! I've been a silent viewer for many years, but felt compelled to comment on this.
I found your channel back in the days when you were teaching second grade and you would get Dunkin every morning before school. At the time, I was a college drop out, young mom, and a daycare worker and was still trying to figure out what I wanted to do with my life. Your weekly classroom vlogs were a big factor in what inspired me to choose teaching as a career path. I looked forward to your weekly classroom vlogs and they lighted a spark within me. I went back to college in 2020 and pursued my BS in Education. When you decided to leave teaching, it was sad for me because it made me feel like so many amazing teachers I looked up to are quitting and leaving the field because education is...well...you said it in this video. It's tough, and there's a lot wrong with the education system. Even though I was sad you left the classroom, I understood. BUT I've got to tell you...this news from you came at the perfect time of my life. I just graduated with my BSEd this past December and I am actively seeking my first teaching job. Now I get to go through the journey of job searching with you! I love that you are taking a stance and saying that teaching is still worth it and can still be an amazing profession. I can't wait to walk with you on each step of this journey - truly a full circle moment for me. You are THE OG teacher channel and I'm sure I'm only one of the MANY sparks you have lit in this career.
Great comment. Blessings.
I wish you the best in your teaching career! What a beautiful story! I have been teaching for 19 years and absolutely love teaching in spite of the challenges. When things get hard (and they will) just remember why you are doing this. You can have an impact on lives: help them learn and grow; feel loved and inspired, etc... I was also a young mom so I understand how hard you worked to get to this point too. All the best! Take every challenge as an opportunity to learn and grow.
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I’ve also been a silent viewer since the Dunkin’ days 😊and have always been inspired by you Michelle, and this comment struck a chord because I always feel like I have to defend my profession. When I tell people I’m a teacher, the response is sometimes “why?” 😢 I love teaching, I am currently exploring a new adventure though as a literacy coach and am struggling to adjust to being out of the classroom. My goal is to try to make an impact through teaching teachers and we’ll see what the future holds ❤ I wish all the teachers here the best on our journeys!
Same here!
I actually can’t wait! I miss the “in the classroom” Michelle. I got so much more out of your videos as you were “in it with us”. I have a hard time watching people “teach” about teaching and are not actually in the classroom. It helped because I knew how great of a teacher you were and you did teach but there’s a lot of changes and this generation needs more mentors who are teachers sharing real time experience. ❤
As a much older woman, teacher, I will say don’t worry what anyone says/thinks. You do what you feel called to do in this SEASON of your life. You will go through many different seasons and it’s ok for them to look different. What a blessing you will be to your students and your school in this season of your life! Congratulations! 🎉
Yes! This one!
Exactly what I was going to say....as an older woman and a teacher and a parent of young adults. And also, I dearly hope there will be classroom vlogs to come along with the return to the classroom. I so enjoyed those - a form of professional development because the ideas of perspectives of other educators bring along light bulb moments here and there.
Totally agree! I went back for my bachelor's at 40 years old and will be taking on my first classroom this fall. I loved my student teaching experience and feel that my experience both as a mother, a classroom aid sub, and assistant teacher has helped me gain perspective and realistic expectations. I had so many great experiences (especially with my former preschool students) in my classwork for college and the elementary teachers (many of whom I knew from when my own kids went to school) were encouraging me to work there. I am returning to my preschool classroom for this upcoming year, but who knows where the future may take me. So many opportunities out there!
"Hello There! My name is Michelle Emerson and I am a fourth grade teacher in TEXAS" 😂😂 CAN YOU IMAGINE if that makes a return. Im so happy youre doing what feels right for you Michelle!
I remember being sad when she got married because that means she had to change her last name to Emerson. I also remember her doing April Fools days pranks to her students and a lot of other stuff
May God bless and protect you as you return to the classroom! 😊💜🙏✝️
Hello! I am so glad to hear you this morning! Thank you for reminding me what I love to do! I just finished my 26th year and it is hard but it is my passion!!! So happy for you and I am so grateful for your words and lessons!
I hope wherever you teach you’ll be allowed to take us into the classroom, like you did in your old videos. They were great. Best of luck in your return to teaching. I’ll be watching.😊
What ever school or class gets you. They just won’t know how lucky they will get a vivacious, warm, academically gifted teacher 😊.
I am a first grade teacher in Texas! Welcome back to the profession. We need teachers like you!
You DO NOT have to explain future plans to anyone! Do what’s in your heart. Anyone who knows you, knows you will put your heart and soul into it.
I want there to be a heart for this one ❤❤
GIRL!! As a 47 year old teacher. I see so much of my younger self in you! LIFE is short keeping doing you! STOP pursuing validation from others. You are passionate and a wonderful resource for teachers! You only get one shot at this life. Post your content and Don’t read the comments! You are amazing!
1. You have grown so much as a person and educator. 2. All schools will be honored to have you on staff. 3. It was always melancholy when you reflected on your Monthly Personal Planner that you were at a "2" for mental health and you knew what changes you needed to make. 4. Bravo to you for putting your "Positive Pants On". 5. Teaching is in your DNA girl! Much luck in your new adventure! You got this!!!!
I’m a former principal going back to the classroom. I relate to all of it. But I have to do what is right for me. I’m very excited for what is to come. 🎉
I was actually depressed when you stepped away from teaching! I love your enthusiasm about being a teacher. Congratulations. Also, it's good to take breaks from teaching because it requires so much of us. Way to go! I appreciate all you and Bridgett do.
Once a teacher, always a teacher! Thanks for helping me get through teaching fourth grade last year!
As a retired teacher, I respect your choice. Any school will be fortunate to have you. I feel our schools are under attack and we need excellent teachers now more than ever. I hope you find a great match for your skills with a supportive administration. Enjoy the job search! It will be fun to follow along.
I left the classroom in 2021 and just went back in January of 2024 for very similar reasons. Having a teacher family and being back in that supportive environment was very refreshing.
Yay! Welcome back to teaching! Students need you, administrators need you, future teachers need you and current teachers need you. Texas is great, 30 year teacher in Texas and still going strong!!
Hi Michelle! I'm currently a Texas teacher and I love my job! Welcome back to the classroom - we NEED you! ❤️
When I was pregnant with my daughter in 2021 I relentlessly watched your teaching content and never even considered being a classroom teacher. After a year of watching your videos I decided to give it a try and found that it was God's way of inspiring a totally new career choice in me. Here I am now going into my 3rd year of teaching and pursuing a masters in teaching all because of your inspiration! I would watch you until 2am and then say to myself, why am I watching this? I'm not even a teacher! Funny how life works! I taught 3rd, 4th and next year I'll be teaching 5th! All because of your inspiration to try something new. I actually love teaching! With a ll the negative voices about teaching we need more positive teachers sharing their excitement. I'm so excited for you!
Listen, you and I both are returning to classroom teaching. We are brave enough to swallow our pride to forget what others think. I am returning to the classroom from being an administrator of 11 years. I haven't taught since 2011-2012. You will be awesome. Besides, the teachers are the educators who make the greatest impact on students.
From a 20 year veteran teacher who still gets excited about teaching…THANK YOU👏🏼🙌🏼👏🏼the negatives on social media are sad to see but the NUMBER ONE advice I can give is to go where the great ADMIN ARE!! I have switched schools multiple times & would continue. Admin make or break a school🎉🎉Find your fit and SHINE😊😊
Yes!!! And AMEN!
I love this!! I quit my education degree in college because of the negativity online and after a year and a half off, I still had the yearning to teach. So I said forget what everyone else is saying, I will at least experience it for myself. I’m a junior and SO excited to one day have my own classroom and kiddos. I watch videos like these in the meantime ❤️
@@ytrando12312 YOU GOT THIS!! It all comes with experience and an admin team to support and help you along the way❤️❤️
This!! The admin in my building is the absolute best! I’d never consider leaving these people. It really is all about finding the best admin and go where they are!
@@ginabeardjames 👏🏼👏🏼
I'm 3 years from retirement. I have been an interventionist and budget cuts have cut the position. I'm heading back to 1st to finish. I find joy everyday, even with the toughest kiddos. Today I played crazy vowels with a small group of firsties and we laughed the whole time. Each of them is entering 2nd as readers. They did hard things and didn't give up.
Michelle, I started watching you when I was 15. I'm now 22 and am so excited for you. I haven't ever even pursued teaching, you just have such a warm aura and make me want to be a better person in general. You helped me when I needed a distraction the most. I can't wait to see what's next for you queen
Thanks for returning to the classroom. We are lacking passionate teachers who actually love love love the profession. I’m a teacher and teaching can be a challenge. However, I truly love it and there’s nothing like being a part of the teaching community. Best of luck to you.
This makes me sad that you felt so hesitant in sharing this because of potential negative feedback. 😢 I think you will make a difference wherever you go because of your passion for teaching. Like you say, everyone goes through “seasons” in life, and you are now going through a different season! I look forward to seeing updates of you going back to the classroom! Sending you all the good vibes! 🥰💗
You will fall in love again. As a master teacher in Texas, there are great incentives and bonuses for growing students❤
It's ok young woman. I left teaching for my former district for 3 years and tried my hand at adult ed while finishing my masters. Then I returned to the district for the stability. It was hard but I survived 23 years prior to retirement and grew my skill set in the process. You were one of the bright spots during my final years that kept me from being totally jaded and synical in a really hard system to navigate. I wish you well as you are a gem to the field.
I am so ready to watch and learn from you back in the classroom! You can do whatever you like whenever you like. Nobody else's business. I'm happy I will get to learn from you again in the classroom environment for however long that may be.
This is great news !!! I’m a teacher and have been so frustrated with teachers leaving the classroom to “help other teachers”. When honestly, the best way to help us is to stay in the classroom and teach!! I’m proud of you for making this choice-especially because you know how hard it is!! I’m looking forward to your authentic content!! PD that opens with “I am a teacher” vs. “I am a former teacher” is WAY more valuable to those of us who are still in it! Thanks for all you have done and are doing Michelle!! Good luck in your job search! 🎉
As a teacher of 29 years in Texas who has followed you for a while, you were teaching 2nd and hadn’t met Mrs Spackman. I cannot wait to follow you on this journey! Being in the Austin area hopefully you wii be able to shine the light on all teachers do and are to some people who might be unaware. Your passion for teaching, students, and fellow teachers shine through! Wherever you end up u I know you will be a blessing.
I think you're in a much better place to return to the classroom. You've gained a sense of perspective and have a clear understanding of your own value, which means that you'll (hopefully) have a healthier relationship with your career.
I left the classroom two years ago, because I needed a break. Still in education, but I miss it. I want to go back, but also worry about the stress and anxiety that comes with it. This video is so relatable. I’m glad others share my feelings about the profession. Teaching is hard but also so fulfilling!
I’ve been here since knuckles and chuckles (if you know you know!)
I’ve been teaching Kindergarten for 7 years and I have to say this current school year that is ending has been my most successful. I don’t bring work home with me anymore unless absolutely necessary. I’ve done the “less is more” approach and stopped trying to do it all. My data this year is the best that it’s ever been when it comes to my students’ academics. I fell in love with teaching again this year where I felt like I was in a rut because of the pandemic and trying to “do it all” when I was a newer teacher. We don’t have to have Pinterest classrooms, lessons and activities to be a good teacher. Just remember that when you get back into the classroom!
Teaching is complex and so are we. This is a career that allows you to work in different capacities at different seasons of life. Your time outside of the classroom has been fruitful and valued by many educators. I've been in and out of the classroom several times in my career. Every opportunity helps you gain perspective for the next step. Congrats!
Your video came up while I was doing some major decluttering at home. I've been teaching high school science and math for 24 years, and have realized that the end of my career is closer than the start. I started doing what I call "Swedish Retirement Cleaning" in my classroom, even though that's some distance away. I don't want to be like my colleagues who stay for weeks after cleaning out their rooms. My plan is to turn in my keys on that last day and walk away totally free. A former colleague actually did this.
One big thing for me: I'm so glad you're returning to the classroom. So many are leaving the classroom, including good teachers. I'm glad you've joined those of us who are staying and trying to make our schools better. And I love that you're willing to share ideas on teaching. I don't do that, but I have been teaching long enough that I can share experience. So you gave me something to think about. I still catch myself thinking I'm the new teacher. That's definitely not true anymore.
And you're right about the community. I love my high school colleagues. We're definitely a family and we have limited turnover. It's scary to realize that I'm going to be one of the first ones to start that turnover. We've all been together for so many years with only one or two positions changing.
Education needs positive, proactive people. And experience is so important. I'll follow your channel. We teach different age groups, but I also know I got a great idea for my teaching this year from one of our second grade teachers. Good teaching is good teaching.
Thank you for being willing to be so vulnerable.
Michelle have loved watching you grow because the way you express yourself. Sometimes understanding all of the things you want takes time. You wasted nothing. Not only that, you still took the time to help thousands of teachers find their way too! The fun part of teaching is the unknown....
Congratulations. I don't think I ever commented before but I wanted to let you know that you got me through virtual teaching in 2020. I learned soooo much from your tech tutorials. I was a paraeducator and didn't get the training that teachers got. Your videos took so much of the stress out of virtual teaching and allowed me to be a more effective educator. Your new school district is so lucky to have you.
Same! Same! Same! Going back to the art room after 15 year absence. I have almost identical feelings. Nice to know someone else is going through this too. Thank you!
Woohoo! The field needs YOU! The kiddos need your passion and energy 💕you are the crème de la crème…it’s why you have amassed so many of us following your journey. Rooting for you!
Yes! She is a true gift to the profession and society in general. I wish more people were like Michelle!
I’m a teacher in Texas and you’ve inspired me since I found your channel almost 8 years ago. I’m here for every step of the journey and everything you’ve done and will do has been impactful!
Michelle, I have been following you for years. I am a 23 year veteran and a 3rd grade teacher in NC. I have loved watching your journey. I can’t wait to hear what grade you will teach. I am super excited to see you heading back to the classroom! You are an amazing teacher! Can’t wait to see some classroom organzing videos!
As a first year teacher this august, you inspire me a lot!!! Cannot wait to see what has been going on behind the channel!
Your video made me cry!! I’ve followed your story from the beginning and I’m so happy that you are bringing your talent back into the classroom. Education needs you but the kids need you, too!! Thank you for sharing your story with us and I can’t wait to see what the next chapter brings!!
Hey, Michelle, congrats on going back to the classroom. Your students will ❤you, to the moon & back! You never stop learning even when you have been out of school for a long time!
Michelle, I’m sitting here watching your video with a full heart. I have been teaching for 25 years, and I took a year off. I cried a lot while contemplating the idea of stepping outside the classroom. I stopped crying and was at peace with my decision when I realized that it’s ok to do what I needed to do for myself. I said that to say it is ok to do whatever you need to do for yourself. You are amazing and any school district will be blessed to have you. Ignore the negativity and focus on the positive. You will be refreshed and an even better teacher than you were when you left. I know because last school year I returned to the classroom. I’ll be praying for you and cheering you on! ❤
Such a breath of fresh air. So much negativity in this area. It’s hard no doubtbut, there is still so much good in teaching.
Congratulations Michelle. Good luck getting a job that makes you happy
This makes me so happy. I left teaching in 2012 because of burn out. I started watching you in the in the winter of 2016-2017. Your videos help motivate me to go back to teaching and within 3 months, I had my certification back and started applying to school. I am so glad I did!!! We need you in whatever role you choose to take!
Woohoo. So happy for you. I am a 24 year third grade teacher in Florida. We need you, the students need you, the world needs you. I love this. I am cheering you on.
Getting back into the classroom and teaching these kids is going to be SO helpful to do the PD part of the job you love with helping teachers. The kids now aren’t the same kids you last taught and you also get to teach a new state with a different demographic which is also great! Super excited for you and things to come!
I’m so ready to see this new chapter. Whatever happens, this community that you brought together will be here to walk with you.
This makes my heart so happy!! The kids need teachers like you! By doing what you are so passionate about, you will be helping other teachers. The day a teacher stops being a student, is the day she should leave the classroom. This is not a profession we can do alone. We need others to lean on and learn from. Not to mention, I am excited for all new classroom content!! WELCOME BACK!
So EXCITED to watch this video premiere!🤍
Edit: the video just finished and NOW more than ever I have to become a teacher and do what I was born to do! I know I have been commenting and watching your videos for YEARS, but I just finished my first year of high school and I CAN’T WAIT to make a difference in my community through this career 🤍 Thank you so much Michelle for being an inspiration!
You be YOU. Whatever you choose, follow your ❤- you are WONDERFUL! (30 years in and out of teaching here😊)
Hi Michelle. I just left the classroom and I am going to be a home health aide while I work on my masters in human services. I haven't told anyone but my children at home. As a home health aide I can now serve children in a different capacity. Leaving the classroom was a hard decision for me. I grew up in the foster care system and I am on a journey to try to obtain work with the foster care agency that I was with. You are such an amazing teacher not just for children but for other educators as well. I have watched you for a long time and I am so proud of all of your accomplishments. The face of education has definitely changed. Yet you are just the change it needs. Whatever you do or wherever you go you have so so much to offer others. Best wishes on your new journey.
Your videos got me through virtual learning and those were my last two years of my career. Now that I’m retired after 31 years, I still miss the classroom!!! You will be great and Texas is lucky to have you. I’ll still keep watching. Once and educator ALWAYS an educator! Thanks for all your help!!
Happy Retirement. I am not a teacher but I am sure you were amazing. I had a PE teacher in high school who told us that she started teaching in 1979? and she retired in my last year of high school. She retired after like 40 or 41 years. Teacher's go through a lot and thank you for all your service as an educator.
What an amazingly blessed and fortunate school district that offers you a job ❤️
Congratulations!! I think that those of us who are called to teach will always find our way back to the classroom. I agree that the past couple of years in education have felt different and at times a little bit heavier. I love the mindset you are going back with. Making teaching part of our life but not all of it has been a constant struggle for me and I can’t wait to continue watching your journey! You got this!
I have been waiting for this decision for soooo long, Michelle! You are absolutely meant to make a direct impact on kids. Hugs & Kisses from Italy 🇮🇹
I am so excited that you will be returning to the classroom! I cannot wait to see what your new journey brings! Congratulations on your decision and whatever school hires you will truly be blessed. ❤
🎉🎉🎉 As much as teaching isn't cupcakes and rainbows, I LOVE TEACHING! So HAPPY you are following your heart because you are amazing! Lucky Texas! ❤🎉
4th grade teacher here, excited to see how this unfolds! And classroom setup!! Good luck🎉
You need to go back to the classroom. Children need great teachers and you need to stay in touch with what’s going on in the classroom. I am going to be 69 this week and I still love the classroom! Going back for my 40+? Year!!! I can’t wait to see what you are going to teach! And J have followed you since you taught 2nd grade and inspired my with your boot camp!!!
Got me over here crying! 😭 you’re so right, teaching is such a hard profession and it’s been tempting to walk away sometimes but the only way to make education better and to make it a good place for people and for our students is for us to show up and be there. Thank you for being a positive influence, also welcome to Texas teaching! ❤️
From one educator to another, I commend you for your vulnerability and willingness to step back into the career. You are correct when you said the profession is in need of amazing teachers who are willing to stick through the hardships the career is currently facing! I was a 30s something mom of 3 going back to college to pursue teaching and 36 when I landed my first job. This will be my 4th year teaching and this has by far been the most difficult yet beautiful thing I have ever done. This profession takes a lot out of you and it can be mentally draining (especially with children at home to support). To any newcomer teachers.....if I can do it, you can do it. Our country's future deserves to have the support of amazing educators like you! We're in this together! -Mrs. Jones, 1st grade teacher, Greenville, SC
You are one of the best teachers on the planet! So happy you will be teaching again. I connected with you because I also lived in Salisbury MD and now I live in Texas! I learned a lot from your videos! Thanks for being an awesome person!❤
I’m a 10 year vet high school teacher in Texas and I promise it’s still worth it! I feel like we only see the teachers who are leaving online bc those of us who stay don’t make videos about staying.
I’m excited to see what balance you find moving forward!
Hi! Thank you for keeping it real and classy. All that negativity has been dragging me down. I admire your passion and positivity. We need more of that! I’m excited for you!
Your videos in the classroom were my favorite. I got excited about teaching because of you! Your happiness is obviously the most important in your life but I am definitely excited about you going back into the classroom. You were born to be an educator ❤️
Hi Michelle! I left a 15 year teaching career as a dual language 4th grade Texas teacher in 2021. I left to pursue my small business, although I made more and was my “own boss”, I too started to feel isolated and not as impactful. I returned fall 2023 as a special ed teacher (K-8th Montessori) with bilingual skills. I would have NEVER thought of teaching in a different capacity but I am so gosh darned glad I did!! I feel like a doctor prescribing lessons to high need students 💕. I still have my business but I still get to enjoy being part of a professional community, and of course…room decor!! 🫶🏼
Just a reminder that sometimes changing the frame of your perspective is all you need to refresh your passion, even if in a different capacity!! Congrats! And welcome to Texas!!
Oh my goodness, I usually don’t post on TH-cam, but this video was so me a few years ago. I left teaching and was in ministry for a few years. I felt all the same when I left the classroom. I went back into the classroom with all the same feelings too. I get you girl!
I too have been a silent viewer for many years, and I very rarely comment on social media...however this video so resonated with me. I especially loved your comments about sustainable teaching practices. We want to give our all to our students and be the best teachers we can be, but we play so many other roles in life--sister, friend, daughter, wife, mother, not to mention other aspects of our lives like being a knitter, weaver, gardener, etc. If we give 100% of ourselves to teaching, then we drop the ball in the other parts of our lives that are just as important to us. I have embraced the concept of sustainable teaching and have learned to walk in humility knowing that I am trying to show up as the best version of myself in ALL areas of my life. I look forward to following you on this new journey!
Michelle, thanks for all of your positivity. You had me in tears listening to you pour out your heart. The students that you will mold are going to be so lucky to have you. I look forward to whatever journey you are on because I know I’m a better teacher because of you and the resources that you have shared and created. I’ve learned so much from your channel as an educator myself. I look forward to what I can continue to learn from you. My School had a book club this year and we did two books. One was your book “10 lessons you don’t learn in college” & Classroom Management that Works by Robert Marzano. We would read a chapter of your book and read a chapter of the Marzano book. Then we would say, how are they similar and what are the takeaways? Your book was based on my suggestion and the teachers of a school in Springfield, Oregon loved how relatable your stories were and how they very much aligned with a book that was full of classroom strategies that work, and that are scientifically proven with data. I also want to thank you for telling us to always remember to put on your positive pants and although I’ve been a follower for probably three years positive pants just hit different today..
You do whatever you want! That’s all you ever need to do in life. You’re awesome! So happy for you!
Pretty cool that you were able to leave the classroom as head teacher and be able to pursue your other dreams and explore other opportunities and take advantage of things. I know teachers who were blessed enough to take time off and re-enter classroom teaching REFRESHED.
Honestly, this is my favorite of all of your videos. The less polished and perfected versions of content creators always speaks to me. Hoping your journey back is more highs than lows. ❤
Michelle, I am beyond excited for you. I have loved watching you in all facets of your career! I have to admit, you going back to the classroom this school year has my heart aflutter. I found you back in 2017 (roughly) when I was in high school...I knew I wanted to teach but didn't decide on elementary until I watched every single video every single week. I have my first classroom this year, and after spending a good amount of time staring at it, cleaning it, and sitting in it today, I am excited to do my very first year on your first year back. Thanks for being someone to look up to and inspiring me. I am so excited for your new journey!
Michelle, You are an AMAZING teacher! You have made me a better teacher! I am so excited as a Texas teacher, that we are getting a rock star teacher on the Texas roles. Do not worry about everyone's opinion. We all have seasons in life. Follow your passions and be true to yourself!
It is okay to be in love with many things in life. It is true that the teaching profession can consume a person, and you have to know where to set your boundaries. It is all about managing your energy and celebrating the strengths(big and small) that come from teaching rather than bogging oneself down with what did not go well. Best wishes to you. Take care, and thank you for your video presentation.
Good for YOU! Know your passions and keep moving forward.... New places...new experiences... continue to share your LOVE of the PROFESSION! So excited for you!🎉❤❤❤❤❤
This has made me so happy as a current teacher myself. I am trying my best within a Title 1 rural school to stay true to my heart, my family, and my students as I navigate education today. I'm working hard to hold on to my passion and joy for the career, and your returning and sharing your journey will surely aid me in this quest.
We do need passionate teachers. Teacher that enjoy teaching and helping children see their true potential. I see that in you. I am excited to be a part of this new journey with you. Thank you for being open with your feelings. 🙏🙌
What a wise decision! It's clear you've thought long and hard about this. I firmly believe that both your teaching and coaching will benefit greatly from this choice. You will continue to grow as an expert in your field. I have to admit, you had lost me a bit over the past few months, but just by watching this video, you've completely won me back. Good luck! The world needs more wonderful souls like you to help our children learn and grow into their best selves.
Welcome back! I also taught for 2 years, left for 4 years to be an Academic Advisor, and now I am back! I came back slowly pulling small groups, and this school year coming up I will be teaching first grade! I share your feelings. Welcome back and I wish both us the best! By the way, this time around I feel much better than I did when I left. You have the right to do what makes your heart happy. Again, welcome back!
Yay!!! I feel like you don’t have to explain yourself! People have to do things that are right for them at different periods in their life. I am happy for you and can’t wait to watch!
We all support you in your choice! Please don't let someone's negativity put you down! You're an amazing person and certainly make a difference wherever you come 😊 Best of luck in your teacher's journey!
We have a very similar story! I taught for 8 years, then have spent the last 8 years teaching online, staying home, subbing. Now, I'm so ready to return to the classroom. I missed creating my own classroom culture. I missed directly impacting students. I see that the grass isn't greener. Teaching is a wonderful career. I hope we both love it again!
Hooray!!!! I always hoped you would go back to the classroom! The kids NEED YOU!
Teaching is still a great profession. I love my job, even when the negative things happen. I've always said that you are still a teacher, your classroom might look different. Congrats on a big decision. You are going to be just fine because you have a community of teachers behind you.
I just retired, after 34 years! I LOVED teaching!!!!!! You have made a HUGE impact on my teaching and life. I could have taught more but eating lunch with my students everyday and having zero planning time because of mandatory meetings that most often should have been emails or NOT shared at all….
Then told that I actually DO have planning time by admin WHEN WE DO NOT!!!! B
You helped me to get organized and to make learning fun for me and my students.
You helped me to show up my best for all-including balance and enjoying my life as well!
You are the most amazing human and teacher!!!!!!
Thanks for sharing and teaching and being so real!
Truly appreciate you!
BTW I am going to sub! I love the students and teaching! It was most often the adults that drove me out!
You will do great and those students s are SO LUCKY!!!!
I really needed this. 4 years ago, I began my Masters to become a teacher. It was a career change, as I’m currently working in corporate HR. However, I stopped my education when I became pregnant with my second and then my third child. But now as these years have passed, I still have the desire to go into teaching. It IS still a valuable profession. The insanity of public school education has reached new heights as this world continues to darken but this country’s children DESERVE teachers grounded in truth who are running towards them with an excitement for learning, possibility, and more! Maybe I will jump back in! ❤
Yes! You do you! I will admit I was sad when you left the field, but I was excited to continue to be educated from your vlogs. I start student teaching this fall. You have teaching in your blood, whether it be teachers or students. Everyone is truly blessed by you. ❤🎉
I started watching your videos back in when the pandemic started as a classroom aide, not knowing what I wanted to do with my life. I just graduated with my masters in education and have been teaching for 6 months as an intern. Thank you for being an inspiration and I can’t wait to watch more videos of you being in the classroom!
Michelle - I, and am sure many of us (your fans) are so glad to hear this news! We appreciate and love you, and we need you! Glad to have you back in the fight with us for our students :)
I was in a public charter for 6 years and loved it. I went to an independent school for 3 years because I thought it would be a better fit. 3 years later and I'm heading back to a public charter. I found myself thrilled and excited to be returning back to public education. Learning more about helping all learners excites me and I'm thrilled. I wish the same excitement for you as you journey back into the classroom.
You should never feel bad about doing what your heart desires to do. You go do you and change lives as you do it. I look forward to hearing from you as you pursue your gift.
Future students are going to receive a blessing from your passion. Congratulations
What a crazy full circle moment. I was a huge follower of your channel when I was in middle and high school, and now have just graduated with my Masters of Arts in Teaching, about to go into my first year teaching, and this video pops up on my feed 🥺💛
Good for you, Michelle. I am a 28 year veteran and after 3 years of coaching, I am also returning to the classroom. It is scary and exciting! Stay positive and enjoy the journey!
Michelle, I have been following and watching you for years!! I wish you nothing but the best of luck on your journey back into teaching. Another viewer made the comment and I second it, whatever school district/school hires you, you will be a gift to that site and students. I have been in education for almost 30 years in two states and I love it! I’m a special ed teacher and work very hard at my job. So I completely understand where you are coming from… being in a class with littles is the best ever!! You do whatever makes you happy and we will all be here to support you and go on this journey with you!
Hello & Welcome to Texas!! I found your channel about five years ago while looking for productivity tips to make teaching flow smoother.
I am excited to see how you’ve grown in your journey. Thanks for inviting us along for the ride.
I pray all the best for you and that your new school will be a welcoming place for you to blossom!