Bridgette B Teacher Pov ✧

I began to hand out worksheets, trying to keep the chatter to a minimum. But it was like trying to hold water in my hands - the more I tried to control it, the more it seemed to slip through my fingers.

"Okay, class, settle down. I know you're all excited for the break, but we still have a few things to cover before you head out the door." bridgette b teacher pov

I sighed inwardly. It was going to be one of those days. I began to hand out worksheets, trying to

As they filed out of the room, chattering and laughing, I smiled and waved goodbye. "Have a great break, everyone! I'll see you when you get back." I know you're all excited for the break,

Because as much as I loved teaching, I knew that it was the students who made it all worthwhile. They were the reason I showed up to work every day, the reason I stayed up late grading papers and planning lessons.

I stared out at my classroom of rowdy students, trying to regain their attention. We were on the last day before winter break, and they were all practically bouncing off the walls. I took a deep breath and began to speak, trying to sound firmer than I felt.