This term is definitely feeling like a week too long. I took BYS advice and went easy on 9.2.2 this morning, relaxing a little. They were a lot better than last lesson. I must use praise more and, in some cases, lower my standards a little. DVS and I struggled through a final box plot lesson with 10.2.2, most of whom look dead on their feet.
I've started to help some of my tutor group find work for their summer work experience. I got lucky with my first attempt, getting a provisional yes from a marketing agency for one of the girls. I've also tried Hampshire Cricket Club for another lad, and now have a contact to try after Christmas. I enjoy this part of the job - I know I have the experience to guide children in figuring out what kind of thing they might like to try once they leave school.
I have been thinking quite a bit about what I want to do come the summer and the end of my contract. The school has indicated they want to keep me, although there isn't currently an opening in the Maths department. I like the idea of trying a split timetable with Business Studies or trying my hand at Economics at a sixth form college
