They were the reason I loved being a teacher.
As they filed out of the room, chattering and laughing, I smiled and waved goodbye. "Have a great break, everyone! I'll see you when you get back." bridgette b teacher pov
I sat down at my desk, surrounded by the quiet of the empty classroom, and let out a contented sigh. It had been a long semester, but I was ready for the break. I was ready to recharge, and come back to my students with renewed energy and enthusiasm. They were the reason I loved being a teacher
But as the final bell approached, and the students began to pack up their things, I felt a sense of sadness wash over me. I was going to miss them while they were out on break. I was going to miss the energy and the excitement of the classroom. I'll see you when you get back
I began to hand out worksheets, trying to keep the chatter to a minimum. But it was like trying to hold water in my hands - the more I tried to control it, the more it seemed to slip through my fingers.