I received an email this week notifying me that I was unsuccessful in my application for a PE head of department position at Pacific Pines High on the Gold Coast. At first I was gutted. I had spent several days on my application, with my principal, and I was really happy with the finished piece. In the past 9 years there hasn't been too many roles I haven't done within the school and I thought I had the qualifications to match. However, it wasn't to be my time and I felt quite rejected because I just can't seem to cop a break. I have had several prac students apply for HOD positions and receive them (and I'm happy for them), however I just don't seem to be in the right place at the right time!!
So last night, a casual staff dinner was organised at The Glen Hotel. I went to down my sorrows as I have felt down ever since the rejection. I ended up having a fantastic night socialising with many teachers from 5 different staffrooms and realised that what keeps SP together is the teachers. We are the glue! Particularly as sports coordinator this year, I have broadened my horizons and gotton to know all staff members and realised that 'the grass isn't greenier on the other side'. Yeah, maybe a promotion would have been good for the ego and bank balance, but you can't beat having awesome people around you when you go to work. They have made this year one of my best teaching years as I have so much support and so many good friends. So, this weekend I have come to the conclusion that 'things happen for a reason' and at this moment I am content with staying at SP.
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Tash,
After reading your blog about the night at the Glen I wanted to say how much you inspire me with your resilience and positive approach to life. I am so proud to be your mother and feel that I have done an OK job and created an OK human being. Even if I wasn't your mother I would love to have you as my friend because of your passion, your energy, your sense of karma and your passion for the things you love. Go girl! The world's your oyster.
LOL, Mum
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