Reacting to My FIRST Classroom Vlog

Reacting to My FIRST Classroom Vlog
I haven't watched my first ever full week in the classroom vlog since I posted it back in 2016... until now! Join me for a trip back in time as I rewatch my first teaching vlog and react to all the best parts.

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[amandawilkins]

I used to watch your past classroom vlogs on repeat because I identified with your feelings so much. I started my career with the same definition of success in my mind that you had. Through the tips from you and Bridget I am becoming more balanced. I still have a long way to go, but it is a process. Thank you for sharing and commenting on your previous video. I love all your videos and appreciate the time and effort you put into making them. Thank you, Michelle!

[chelseyzeller]

I have been a long time subscriber of yours. I began college courses for teaching in 2011 and graduated in Spring 2022. I definitely hit some bumps through my journey but am happily teaching kindergarten. Over the past two years you have motivated me to set those healthy boundaries. Teaching is one of those careers where there is always something we could do for the classroom and for our students. I really like your stance on doing what is best for you as an individual and still being passionate about what you do.

Thank you, Michelle!

[jennabean]

The full moon thing is ABSOLUTELY REAL! There was a full moon this week and oh boy, we could tell the whole week solely based on behavior.

[seasonalliving]

one of the best things I took from you was when you explained why you say "its ok" or "its going to be ok" even when things were chaotic. You explained that it helps your brain to relax to remind yourself that in fact, it will be ok. I always tell myself that. :). Thank you for that little slice of positivity!

[courtneydavis]

I'm a mother, teacher, and I worked nights as a nursing assistant in a nursing home. The full moon is DEFINITELY A THING.

[dorothyg]

Full moon, change in the weather, upcoming vacation…all things that absolutely affect class behavior.
I have watched you since the beginning and I love how you’ve evolved, grown, and matured. This was a GREAT video idea. Loved your insights and reflections about your younger self. However, I have watched and continue to watch because you helped me feel less alone. I felt supported and validated every week. 😊

[amyspeers]

I was a school nurse for many years before moving to France with my husband. Once in France, my mother told me “If you ever go back to the states and take that job back, I will beat you! It’s too stressful for you to have!” Obviously, she was kidding about beating me, but once I could step back and see what it was I actually did I could see what she saw. I like that you can see some positive points to your earlier work.

[smmy]

Michelle, I also left teaching in 2021 and WOW!!! I am truly surprised at how different and happier you look now. In the older vlog, you seem happy but deep down you can tell how overworked and tired you were. I remember my teaching days and watching your vlogs was one of my favorite things to watch on youtube. We need to end this stigma with teachers where their self-worth and how "good" they are at their jobs, relies on unrealistically high expectations that can't even be achieved during normal working hours (for most). I am glad to see how happy you are now doing what you love while also loving yourself and not missing out on non-work things!!😄💝

[madisonbridgers]

I started watching you in 2016 when I was in the eighth grade, and now I start my student teaching in the fall! You were a huge inspiration to me❤️

[angelastoker]

I died laughing for a full minute at your face at 8:00. Your reaction just got me. Thanks for the laughs!

[HayleySulfridge]

I’ve never been a Dunkin coffee fan, but the ASMR of you doing the straw was my fav 😂 sometimes i go back and play the vlogs for calm background noise and if it’s missing the Dunkin and a mental breakdown, it’s not a true blog week lol

[xBriidgette]

I remember finding you through your vlogs and they were my absolute favorite thing to binge watch! Now I’m almost done with my Elementary Education degree and feel like I know so much from just watching you! 💖

[christinaventurini]

Thank you for this video! As an elementary teacher myself, I can TOTALLY relate to how hard you worked. With teaching and having a classroom full of students that rely on you, it is very easy to end up spending A LOT of time preparing...and getting a lot of enjoyment out of it as well.😄

[russellpalatiere]

Full moons are so real no matter the profession you are in! In my medical job on full moons patients act out of their minds. The realities of teaching have changed over the past five to seven years given all the circumstances. I consider myself an OG subscriber. I’ve watched all your classroom vlogs and fitness vlogs. The fitness vlogs have helped me when I’ve been feeling down (much more lately given my work and life circumstances).

[Dayswalters]

I don’t know if you’ll see this but I wanted to say that I’m so glad you seem to have more realistic expectations now, especially since you’re going back to teaching. I’m excited to see what your style will be now. I myself have a busy looking classroom but I’ve chosen calming colors. It’s a struggle to try to keep it simple but still have my areas for library, calm down, small group and instruction. After 10 years, it’s still a work in progress and student needs are different every year.

[jilloverton]

I have been one of your subscribers for a long time; and, I believe I have seen all of your videos. I really enjoy this video! I think it's important for educators to look back to see how they have improved over the years. Thank you for always making such honest videos. I appreciate you being so real.

[gabrielle]

I found your vlogs back when I was in high school and watched them so often. I come back every year to rewatch my favorite ones at least once a year. This year has been quite a bit of rewatching because I’m going to be doing student teaching for art in the fall!

[trevorlafalce]

Your early vlogs like this one are what got me hooked to your channel!

[reganstandlick]

I am a teacher assistant upcoming vacations, changes in weather, full moon absolutley change behavior. Love looking back at your old videos.

[lisaingram]

YES to the full moon! It was definitely showing in the classroom this past week.