This is a really hard time to be a Waldorf teacher. I mean, it’s a tough job, so it’s never easy, but this time of year is particularly challenging.
These days my inbox is filled with two kinds of questions.
- Can you give me some advice for writing end-of-year reports?
- Do you have suggestions for making summer planning easier?
Luckily, I have thoughts on both of those topics. You can find lots of information about them both on the blog. But I mention this just because it points out the dilemma that teachers face right now.
You want to do justice to the end of the school year, write end-of-year reports that are meaningful, at the same time that you need to look ahead to the new school year. There are certain aspects of planning that just can’t wait.
I’m afraid I don’t have any big brilliant words of wisdom to share to make that push-pull any easier, but just the comforting thought that you’re not alone. And that it won’t last forever.
And maybe a little bit of permission to set aside the future for now. Sure, you need to connect with the enrollment person, and think about new families joining your class, but when it’s time to write reports, give your full attention to reflecting on the previous year.
You won’t regret it and you’ll find that you get ideas and inspirations that will make the year ahead even better.
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