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.

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." bridgette b teacher pov

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 began to hand out worksheets, trying to

And with that, they were gone.

But as the final bell approached, and the students began to pack up their things, I felt a sense of sadness wash over me. I was going to miss them while they were out on break. I was going to miss the energy and the excitement of the classroom. "Have a great break, everyone