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Day 24: Almost there

When I started this challenge I didn't really think I'd make it.a week.  It hasn't been perfect but I've tried. So writing 24 is pretty great. 

Today I had a new experience. Our new student entered our zoom. It was so hard for her to navigate the device and the platform but she was super determined. 

Trying to communicate over zoom is difficult on a good day. Having to navigate zoom with a teacher who minimally speaks Spanish must be harder. So in the end I'm exhausted but ready for tomorrow. 

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  1. amyilene https://amyilene.home.blog/March 24, 2021 at 6:51 PM

    "Exhausted but ready for tomorrow" seems like it should be the mantra for this year. I'm glad you've made it this far...just a few more days!!

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  2. AnonymousMarch 24, 2021 at 8:55 PM

    >So in the end I'm exhausted but ready for tomorrow. <

    This could be a t-shirt for every teacher this past year. And it's so true, regardless of whether you are a virtual teacher or face to face!

    Thanks for allowing us in to see you pressing forward, both as a writer and teacher! :)

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