December 2, 2020- As the time for my retirement (more or less) gets closer, there is still no end to the surprises and shifts that continue in the conduct of public education. I no sooner was told my scheduled assignment for today had been canceled, than I got a call for three days-thus taking me through this week.
The next surprise: Friday will most likely be my last day of work for the calendar year. This is due to the school districts going online again, beginning Monday. I am strictly an in-person educator, as far as public schools are concerned. I helped a few children when attempting online instruction, but it was tough, which is likely one reason why the previous assignment was canceled-as online instruction was part of it.
This will prompt a re-assessment of my schedule for the next two weeks, but change is a constant. There is always a lot to do. For tomorrow and Friday, my young charges are glad that I came back. They are not thrilled about going back to online learning, so I hope that streaming technology, at least, can make things vivid for them. The chances of them going back to in-person learning, in January, will depend on COVID levels at that time. I will be taking on only special assignments, in the new calendar year, in any event.
Staying personally disciplined is, and will be, the only thing that will keep me standing-regardless of the swiftness or degree of changes. So, it will remain- Rise early, keep serving and stay steadfast in both exercise and faith. That, and be discerning with regard to the claims to reality, of disparate groups.
Yes, being able to adapt to change will keep you steady. I hope the new year brings a vaccine and an easing of the viral grip on our society. I know the students here are very tired of virtual classes.
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Many of us are experiencing Zoom Fatigue, though I believe the medium will remain very useful, for continuing to connect with people far afield.
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One of the toughest things in retirement is to remain focused enough to stay busy. With your Red Cross work and your faith, you have a head start on that issue. I can’t help but wonder if the Red Cross won’t have a part in the vaccination of the general public!
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Red Cross generally has not had a role in vaccinations, historically, but there is much about the coming eradication campaign that will be novel.
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