The new semester has started off decently. Unfortunately I often feel like I'm scrambling to stay ahead. I attribute this to the following:
- DMACC has been more work than I anticipated; converting my usual Monday night class to an online class has been more tricky than I anticipated
- It's been difficult to balance all my duties at ISU...I wear way too many hats and there is always something pulling me away from a task
The after-school program started today and it started off well. We have more than 35 kids enrolled which is the most we've ever had in the program ever. I've had to hire extra staff which is fine but it feels like our gym and pool are way too small. I need to get on the ball and apply for a grant related to the after-school program. I want to get some $$ to buy some health-related props and equipment.
I procrastinated badly and turned in my yearly evaluation a day late. Many knew I was sick but I had a month to work on it. Embarrassing but it is what it is. I didn't really have much to rave about in the process either. I need to start researching the process for becoming a senior lecturer.
Health-wise I could be doing better. I've been sleeping better but some of that was induced by the recent use of OTC medicines due to my throat and respiratory issues. We've curbed the eating out in the last couple weeks. Like usual, I need to boost my physical activity levels. Broken record there.
I also need to get on the ball and finish unpacking and settling in the apartment. We don't have the funds to spruce it up but it could be more "homey" if I finished unpacking the remaining boxes. A lot of the remaining tasks will require me to sort through paperwork and organize some files. It's not very appealing which is why I keep putting it off.
As for the title, I'm not as bitter as I anticipated as Valentine's Day approaches. I'd rather be single and content than in my previous situation.
Life's not very exciting.;..that's about it for now.
I almost always feel like I'm scrambling. I think it is a normal feeling in our field of work. It could be an incorrect assumption.
ReplyDeleteWhat exactly is your yearly evaluation? It sounds like something someone else should fill out about you. I'm supposed to be evaluated this year, but Wolfe has yet to show up.
The eating seems to have been inadvertently curbed, but it's up to you to find the time to be more physical. Maybe the slowly improving temps and weather will help. I'm anxious to get playing tennis again.
Next weekend should be interesting - Valentine's Day and celebrating my b-day. I'm not sure how depressing it'll be. I've spent the past several V-Days alone, so . . .
My turn to blog.
My yearly evaluation is a 25+ document that I complete about my positions at ISU. I have to pull data about grades. I also have to reflect on my student teaching supervision duties, reflect on last year's goals, set new goals, etc. I also have to provide evidence related to my prep like syllabi, exams, assignments, etc.
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