So, apparently this was not the year for me to get my National Board Certification. I logged in yesterday morning to be told that I fall short of being a highly qualified teacher. I spent the rest of the day feeling sorry for myself. My students had no clue that anything was wrong, which was exactly how it should be.
I was unaware, until yesterday, of how many hugs my students give me each day. I found their little arms wrapping around me so endearing, a little bit of their light filling the darkness that I was feeling.
I feel so much better waking up today and having tomorrow behind me.
It does not mean that you are not a highly qualified teacher!!!! You know that you are! What it means is that you did not turn in what they wanted to see. It is a subjective test graded by people who have not been in your classroom or know your students. This is not a judgement it is a process. You are a natural teacher and you will figure out a way to let them see that by fine tuning your submission! I am positive it will happen. I believe in you!!!!!!
Aunt Sue’s hold the wisdom of the world! You are a fabulous teacher!