Teaching Again

Today marks the end of my first week back teaching my classes at HPU since Goddard and spring break. I realize one of the reasons I enjoy teaching so much is that I get to know my students, and they all bring me joy for very individual reasons. I have seen one of my students absolutely blossom this week. I was not sure about her when we began class this semester, as she is extremely shy, stands in the back of the class everyday and has not had very much dance prior to my class. She stood in the back as usual this week, and has said few words, but I can tell she is listening to the information I am giving her and the rest of the class. I notice that she is beginning to bring awareness into her limbs and making the connection between her body and mind. Just lovely! The few gentlemen in my class make me laugh each and every class! The three men that I have are each outspoken, goofy and charming in their own way. One is particularly enthusiastic about learning to dance, one lets his frustration get the better of him most of the time and one is an absolute clown! I teach a sweet freshman, who has had plenty of dance training in her life and is always ready to help other students learn steps. She is always smiling, attentive and respectful. And another of my students is always asking questions to make sure she has the steps just right. She often films me teaching the phrase work on her phone, so she can practice at home! I could go on about all of my students, one by one, but this would turn into a very long post! All this to say, I'm happy to be back in the presence of my students!

After teaching today, I meet one of my Storyline colleagues at Salem College to finalize our choice on which space we will use. However, we ultimately left without a final decision, because the committee has differing views on what the turn out for the event will be. I have strong feeling for one space in particular, and made my feelings clear, but I must wait for the rest of the committee to come to a decision. Time is wearing thin, and I am worried that by the time the committee does reach a decision, the few spaces available in the city might be given over to more decisive parties.

To round out my evening, I went to Brett's house to edit my documentary. Equipped with the pictures I got from Jan and all the feedback from Goddard, we made some great strides towards cleaning the piece and incorporating elements into the piece that will make it complete. I feel confident at this point, that with a few more focused sessions like the one we had today, we will be finished with the film within the month. I'm so excited!

~Cara