In what ways can you relate to the information shared? This is the cycle I go through each and every year.
In what ways do you think you can support a new teacher. Self-care has become an important goal of mine for myself as well as colleagues. During the survival and disillusion stage, I will make sure my mentee and I have a lunch/coffee date outside of school where we don't talk about school. Just a breather of living a "normal" adult life. I would strongly suggest taking a mental health day sick day in November to rejuvenate. I would encourage an ongoing checklist of things to get done. Prioritize the list and have an end time to leave the building (finished or not). Encourage attending social outings with faculty (even if for a short time).
Where do your strengths lie? I feel as though I can be supportive by meeting people where they are and encouraging their learning. I will find the needed resources for them to have a successful and positive experience.
