The power of one

Sitting there in the top section of Family Faith Church and watching the band kids practice their music and people hugging and smiling brought a wave of emotion. It's that time again - convocation. 

The only difference is this time it's my first one with  Victoria ISD. I called Midland ISD my home for two years. 

And I teared up a bit.

Now I don't know if it was the cowbells people were ringing, the pompoms that were given to us or one of my administrators dancing and cheering us on, but I felt like my life had all connected and led to today. After I left Midland, I spent  a few weeks applying and interviewing for jobs; and when Victoria ISD came calling, I knew this was my place to be. I knew the area, I covered news for the Victoria Advocate. I was familiar with the place.

New teachers started August 5, and we've been busy filling our brains with training, routines, procedures and curriculum.

But being together as a group made me happy. I have come to know some great people with great backgrounds. I didn't feel so lonely. We are here, we have come together for one reason and one reason only - the children of Victoria ISD. Every child, every classroom, every day,  and I am ready to make it happen.

Stroman Middle School will be my home. I am so excited, and yes, a little nervous about teaching 6th grade writing; after all, I taught 9th grade for two years. But I am ready. I am ready to show our students what we have to offer.

We are all united today.

Our superintendent showed us a video called "I am the power of one," and I became inspired.

So here it is, my promise to my students that I will meet August 24. I promise to be your guide to the world of writing. I will guide you to believe in yourself and to hopefully love the subject as much as I do. I will make sure you receive engaging and fun lessons, and I hope that I may be an inspiration to you.

Days will be tough, and stress will surely come, but I know this much is true - I am ready for this fun and amazing trip.