Well I've been at Harold W. Riley Elementary school for nearly a month now. It is a very different school than Meyonohk Elementary, but it is a really great school.
My students have tons of energy! Every day after school, I always think of funny stories from the day. I am still getting used to the "open area" school without many walls, but as I do I start to like it more and more.
Starting a new teaching job takes lots of planning and organizing, which means I haven't been able to do much else in Calgary. I have met some new friends, and checked out some of the swimming pools and malls. Now that it has been a month, I will have more free time. Take tonight, for example, I get to go to Theatre Calgary (for free which is a good perk).
Pretty much all of my stuff is moved from Edmonton now. It was sad leaving, but this fresh start is exciting, too. Spring is a great season for a big change like this!! Until next time, I'm Mr. Robertson. :)
Tuesday, April 26, 2005
Monday, April 04, 2005
...next, Mr.Robertson goes on the board...
I can pretty much say that I'm a Calgarian now. Did you know that the four largest cities in Alberta (based on people living there) are Calgary, Edmonton, Red Deer, and Lethbridge? Now that I have moved to Calgary, I have lived in all four of the 'major cities'.
I was at my school nearly all day. I have met my students, although I *officially* start on Wednesday. One thing that will make me feel comfortable and less homesick is that we are starting a familiar novel. The title of the novel is a secret, but the Grade Five's might remember a novel about some gosslings and a farm. That's all I can say. I feel good about starting because I already have a lot done. I was even able to write an article for the school newsletter. The only bad part, is that the staffroom here does not have an X-box or a hot tub.
It was so great to see everyone's comments (and even a few e-mails) wishing me luck, and giving me last-minute advice. The incredible thing about being part of 'the school community' is that everyone is so supportive and encouraging. Until next time, I'm Mr. Robertson...
I was at my school nearly all day. I have met my students, although I *officially* start on Wednesday. One thing that will make me feel comfortable and less homesick is that we are starting a familiar novel. The title of the novel is a secret, but the Grade Five's might remember a novel about some gosslings and a farm. That's all I can say. I feel good about starting because I already have a lot done. I was even able to write an article for the school newsletter. The only bad part, is that the staffroom here does not have an X-box or a hot tub.
It was so great to see everyone's comments (and even a few e-mails) wishing me luck, and giving me last-minute advice. The incredible thing about being part of 'the school community' is that everyone is so supportive and encouraging. Until next time, I'm Mr. Robertson...
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