First thing in the morning: Teen – “Ms. Schenck, do you have brownies for us today?” Me – “Uhhh, no, why?” Teen – “Because you look like one! Hahahaha”
Kids. They think they are so funny. Today was the start of our Mental Health unit in Health class. I usually start it off with a 5 min interview where the class can ask me any question they want with the caveat that I can abstain from answering anything I want. 2nd period just wanted to know if I’ve done drugs and/or smoke weed (abstained). 4th period wanted to know about my sex life (abstained) and if I would date Mr. Won (we’re both taken). 6th period wanted to know how I was in high school (awkward and unsure of myself). All periods asked me if I wanted to get married eventually and have kids. Two best questions I got today was, “What do you like about teaching science?” and “Who inspires you?” I like seeing how science can empower people to make better choices for themselves and I love seeing students make sense of their own experiences using principles they learned in science class. My students inspire me, as well as a large assortment of people both in and out of education. Brownies inspire me, and there were brownies waiting for me at home this evening, baked by my neighbor. =)
glasses: Warby Parker – necklace: Flea Market Girl – cardigan: J.Crew – Dress: UO – belt: H&M – leggings: Target – boots: ZiGiny – classroom: Ms. Hsu’s
Teachers Have Lives Too! 