FIRST WEEK OF TEACHING MIDDLE SCHOOL!

[@bethanyslonaker922]

Ok, can i just say. YOUR VOICE IS SOOOOO CALMING!!! im literally obsessed with the way your voice sounds.

[@fivefootoneteacher]

Lol! Thank you 💛💛💛

[@nuhajarrah]

Starting senior year tomorrow, this is exactly what I needed. I am so glad to see you back in the classroom, in your happy element. Remember you are a bright spot in the monochrome setting. Although we are in unpredictable times, your sweet, sweet heart will always be anticipated!

[@fivefootoneteacher]

It means so much, thank you for saying that and... best of luck to you tomorrow! It will the beginning of such an exciting chapter

[@phdgkos47952]

OH YEAH NEED MORE OF THIS!!!!

[@jellygrass8860]

You're the kind of teacher that people still remember in their 50's. Thank you for the impact you're making on your students.

[@avilocke]

Proud

[@chloeklarkowski6355]

Love your passion

[@Ashley-cb2yf]

About a month after what happened at your school, the same happened at mine. I was a student in my senior year, eager about everything that was happening in the next six months. I remember writing letters to students at your school, saying “I know I can never understand what you’re going through, but I am with you.” Just a few weeks later, it all changed. Over the course the past few years, and of your journey to healing and happiness, I’ve been along on mine. No, we don’t know each other, and our situations aren’t the same. I don’t think I will ever be completely “okay” but I’ve learned to live in my new reality. I’ve learned to adapt because of what happened. I’m now a Junior in college, and I must admit I have similar feelings to yours. I guess the point of this is to thank you. Thank you for helping my heart heal and thank you for guiding me through this “new normal” in life. You’ve helped so many people, and you probably don’t even know it. Just keep being awesome!

[@fivefootoneteacher]

I am so sorry that happened. I am sending you love and strength.

[@rosabellle]

you talking about self-care with your kids made me cry. i am so so happy to hear that it's a focus for y'all! unrelated but I wanted to tell you that a couple weeks ago you said "your students are waiting for you." this mantra has kept me going through the hard parts of starting college and I cannot wait to continue! maybe it's a merch idea? it's been so helpful for me.

[@nikkihensley1679]

So proud of how far you’ve come Brit. Have a good year♥️

[@fivefootoneteacher]

thank you so much! you too!

[@nikkihensley1679]

Five Foot One Teacher thank you ♥️

[@jacquelinelehouillier7608]

I want to be as happy and joyful with such confidence and great wisdom that you hold .

[@magicalbaylee]

So proud of how far you've come! For some reason starting school again makes me anxious; I'm 22 and a Freshman in college. I'm so worried about it, but something you said a while back has inspired me to keep pushing "Your students are waiting for you" Even though it's tough and I'm anxious I know I can get through it and my students are waiting for me at the end of this College journey! I'm cheering for you this school year! You are going to do awesome.

[@fivefootoneteacher]

it means a lot and I totally understand, I think we are all feeling this way. your students are waiting for you and you've got this.

[@abbeyy.wilsonn]

it's so good to see you back in the classroom! you could see your heart get lighter and your eyes light up as the week went on. so excited for you with this new journey in MIDDLE SCHOOL!

[@amanda7434]

Fellow middle school teacher here! I’ve been so anxious about returning to school and your videos have really given me so much excitement. We’re in this together! ❤️❤️

[@rondipepper7209]

I started my junior year of college this week and it’s feels so strange. Watching your video made me so happy. Your students are so lucky to have you as their teacher.

[@HoaLe-cr1hq]

I’m so excited. I can feel your energy in your video. Please give us more tip about teaching childern. Thank you so much.

[@imaginativebibliophile549]

Ms. Brittany, I will start high school in September and I have less than ten days left. I am really going to miss middle school. You are now teaching and it is wonderful for you to educate students everyday. You are a middle school English teacher and you are teaching virtually. When we were in middle school, our teachers told us that they learned so much from our creative and vivacious personalities. Your students can write about the objects that they presented. As for my school schedule, I will see all of my teachers on the first day before block scheduling commences. I love you

[@fivefootoneteacher]

Best of luck as you get ready to start school! Thank you so much for being here

[@imaginativebibliophile549]

Five Foot One Teacher Thank you so much for your constant love and support.

[@sierralicata2367]

Man you were so much more relaxed before your first virtual meaning than I was. I was so nervous. But I agree, we do it for the kids. I fell in love with my high schoolers instantly 🥰

[@thegoat549]

I love how calm you are about the first day of school. I'm starting in the fall and am terrified but you really embody a "feeling of ease" (Micheal Chekhov acting concept)

[@sydneylangwell4001]

Praying for your school year!

[@fivefootoneteacher]

thank you, Sydney!

[@birdee18]

I’m so excited for you, Brittany! 17 of my 23 years of teaching have been in middle school. They are so unique, and I love their developing personalities. I hope you can be with your students in person soon and that you have an amazing year!

[@fivefootoneteacher]

Wow, that is amazing! Thank you for all that you do and best of luck this year

[@megangouveia2462]

This video has made me feel so positive! I am doing my student teaching this year and it’s easy to get discouraged that I’m not getting the whole experience. But I know this situation is only temporary and students will still be able to sense my enthusiasm

[@fivefootoneteacher]

It is so easy to feel that way, I totally get it 💛

[@ashleymiranda5327]

I love seeing you happy!! I wish you the best !!! Take Care 💛💛💛

[@fivefootoneteacher]

means so much, you too!

[@sarahthompson1105]

You are such a light!!!!🤍

[@jerry7065]

I'm so proud of you! Best of luck in this new school year ❤

[@fivefootoneteacher]

thank you so much! you too!

[@tmstockmon]

I just wanted to say, I’m so proud of you! I’m also a middle school teacher and love watching your videos! Have a great school year!

[@fivefootoneteacher]

thank you, it means a lot!

[@abbyroberts3]

I’ve been a middle school teacher for the past 4 years. I would never want to teach another grade. They’re so funny, quirky, and since their bodies/minds are changing then they need guidance in how to become a true version of themselves.

[@khushipatel252]

I love how you reply to basically EVERY SINGLE COMMENT

[@fivefootoneteacher]

always! love you all!

[@somebody7270]

Thank you. The cucumber with everything bagel seasoning looked so good!

[@fivefootoneteacher]

So good!

[@delorasampson8956]

Pray for a safe, successful 😊school year, continue 🙏to be a encouraging person(teacher) I had a favorite teacher Mrs. Dee💕

[@fivefootoneteacher]

Thank you!

[@rylanlynch8851]

So glad you had a good week! Middle school really is fun. I'm nervous about heading back in a few weeks.. right now, we're scheduled to start hybrid. We shall see!

[@fivefootoneteacher]

they really are so much fun. I am STILL nervous, but we've got this. day by day... you have so much passion for what you do and it's going to shine through.

[@faith-randolph]

Love your videos! I was supposed to start my junior year of college this semester, but am taking the semester off to heal and take time for myself. I’be been studying to become a teacher and am hoping to continue studying to do so when I go back to school!

[@HipsterArtTeacher]

So great to see you back in the classroom Britt! I bet your students love you already :) Miss you friend!

[@fivefootoneteacher]

thank you so much, friend! miss you!

[@libbieharper6939]

I’m so proud of you :) you are so inspiring for your students and viewers !!!

[@fivefootoneteacher]

Thank you!

[@sarahhirsch3714]

Thank you so much for your videos! I’m a new English teacher and your videos remind me that I’m entering a whole community and give me inspiration and confidence!

[@fivefootoneteacher]

Thank you 💛best of luck

[@natalierose2152]

your classroom makes me so happy 💛 I hope you have an amazing school year!! ✨✨

[@fivefootoneteacher]

Thank you thank you! You too

[@kendylrichards67]

i love watching your journey, thank you for sharing it. best of luck this year! its a crazy year but we’ll all get through it together ❤️

[@fivefootoneteacher]

thank you so much!

[@reece6391]

You are such an inspiration! I love the energy and joy you spread!! Im starting senior year tomorrow and feel in shock as well haha!! Ily your amazing 💕💕😊

[@fivefootoneteacher]

means so much, thank you!

[@leahthornhill561]

I have to say that I am so happy to see that I am not the only one who gets overwhelmed. I’m about to begin my internship. I am so nervous. Thank you for sharing your self care tips and just being real and honest.

[@fivefootoneteacher]

of course

[@giannatorino4873]

This is so exciting and inspiring for a future teacher!! Thank you for sharing your journey 💕

[@fivefootoneteacher]

thank you so much, Gianna!

[@evarobinson8297]

Where did you get the printables that are on your clipboards on the bulleten board? They are so cute!!

[@craftylittlemunchkins2815]

I need help! I can't decide if I want to teach elementary, middle school, or high school. I was an aide for all three and loved them.

[@timkeen1727]

I also have been using Bitmojis for my Powerpoints! I love your attention to detail. I think it makes all the difference down to the calming music atmosphere for students to ease into the class. Also, I really appreciate your optimism in these troubling times!

[@ljo6845]

I look forward to your videos every week! Thank you for sharing your experiences with us. I just finished my first week too and it was overwhelming and chaotic. Hopefully in the next few weeks, I can get a better daily routine going. Thanks for keeping us grounded and reminding us of the little things !

[@fivefootoneteacher]

thank you for being here, I appreciate it! I hope so too!

[@jessicalynn4415]

You’re just amazing! I’m a HS math teacher and I just love you. You’re adorable, passionate, and funny.

[@jessicalynn4415]

Oh and I’m 5 ft tall you have an inch on me haha

[@mayakollannur5116]

this is so exciting! you and all the other teachers are so amazing for finding ways to connect with your students through online school. have a great school year! 💕

[@fivefootoneteacher]

thank you so much. teachers are amazing! I feel so lucky to learn from them too!

[@tinathompson1129]

Where is your sweater from?

[@brookevaillancourt8293]

I’m so excited for you to be in the middle!! It’s magical

[@fivefootoneteacher]

thank you so much, happy to be here!

[@terrywright4112]

Thank you for sharing your week with us! I pray that things continue to go well for you throughout the rest of the year!! Remember: This too shall pass. Just continue to give your all and love on them as much as you can. Stay safe!!!

[@fivefootoneteacher]

Thank you 💛💛💛

[@alyssakaedomingsil5863]

OMG. Finally! I've been waiting for this video of yours. You really amazed me. Stay safe! 💛

[@fivefootoneteacher]

hehehe, thank you!

[@alyssakaedomingsil5863]

lovelots 💛

[@catie7466]

thank you sm for your videos, it helps me stay motivated at college and get excited about teaching :)

[@fivefootoneteacher]

ah wishing you the best of luck on your journey!

[@simply_abby]

Your videos bring me such joy 💛I am going into my 3rd year of teaching this year, and you are the type of teacher I aspire to be for my students! - Abby

[@fivefootoneteacher]

aww abby! thank you so much! best of luck to you this year!

[@CatherineFloody]

You’re so inspiring! Wishing you a wonderful school year ☺️😊

[@KathClarke]

Thank you so much for these videos! I graduated from college last year and felt so lost in what to do with my English degree but your videos were one of the things that inspired me to give teaching a try! I just got hired to teach 11th grade English. I don't start until next week, but I'm so so nervous and feeling unprepared, but your videos are helping me relax and get excited!

[@fivefootoneteacher]

you will be amazing, we all feel this way, I promise!

[@katherinegeorge2387]

I’m so proud of you!!! I’ve been following you from the beginning of your KZbin journey and this is so exciting! I’m so happy for you💛💛

[@madenewministries]

Thank you for this video. I teach middle school as well and the school’s internet disconnected on Friday in the middle of class. We were directed to work from our classroom. It was so hectic. I felt all kinds of emotions. I’m praying every day. 🙏🏽

[@fivefootoneteacher]

I’m sure that was so hard. There are so many ups and downs.

[@MichelleGayscienceteacher]

So happy to see your video today! Praying you have a bless school year!

[@fivefootoneteacher]

aww thank you! you too!

[@brianatrevino8825]

Congrats on getting through it!

[@ocnrez.]

you are so inspirational I love you ❤️

[@fivefootoneteacher]

thank you so much! means a lot

[@michelleleuch]

Thank you so much for making this vlog!!!! I’m teaching virtually only 1x a week, but i love getting ideas & inspiration from you! ❤️❤️

[@fivefootoneteacher]

of course and thank you! best of luck to you!

[@sarahclairecarswell3979]

i started eighth grade around two weeks ago. we were able to go back full time, but if i were online i would LOVE to have a teacher like you. thank you for having such a positive outlook on having to be online and this tough situation we’re in right now. I LOVE YOU!! ❤️❤️

[@fivefootoneteacher]

That is amazing! Best of luck to you this year and thank you for the kind words!

[@cc6789]

so so so proud of you!! ❤️wishing you a safe and successful year!

[@fivefootoneteacher]

thank you so much, it means a lot!

[@maliksutton6634]

Hi Mrs Brittany, I truly enjoyed your video of teaching middle schoolers and you truly have a passion for education. I also enjoy pursuing education because it has a huge part of my life and it's a good escape. You made a good point in regards to self-care because some people may not think it's important to do things for yourself. I can relate to you when it comes to self-care because I find myself in the mother role a lot with my family especially in making sure they are taken care of before myself. During this quarantine, I have taken more time more about myself by getting plenty of rest, reading, spending time with family, and listening to music since that was another huge influence in my life from middle school to high school. What are you doing for self-care? Also, I checked out your teacher outfit a month ago and absolutely adore every outfit especially the birdies slip-on shoes.

[@fivefootoneteacher]

Thank you for sharing all of this! I am glad that you are pursuing education that it is a huge part of your life. Best of luck to you this year! And for self-care I am just remembering to take things day by day and do things that bring me joy each day

[@maliksutton6634]

Thank you for replying back Mrs Brittany, I truly appreciate it. I tried to take things day by day as well from focusing on music or graphic design. Also, please continue to be a kind genuine person who makes a difference in people's lives.

[@katelynmontano]

Start my senior year of college tomorrow! Hope you have a great year💛

[@fivefootoneteacher]

Ah have the best year! Best of luck to you and thank you for being here

[@marisadacruz759]

such a great video ❤️ I'm so excited to go back to school and see my teachers and friends :) I hope you can have a great year surrounded by love, peace and kindness! Always remember we are unbreakable ;) sending love all the way from Portugal 💛

[@fivefootoneteacher]

thank you so much! excited for you and thank you for being here!

[@jaedonrmuhl]

This is such an interesting year, but you got this! 💛

[@fivefootoneteacher]

Ily!

[@allysonpaigebussard9531]

I am so proud of you 🤍 You are so brave!!!!

[@fivefootoneteacher]

thank you so much! it means a lot

[@rachelschnelbach6182]

Aww this is sweet! Praying for you Brittany! ☺️

[@fivefootoneteacher]

thank you so much!

[@sarahfenske940]

I love your videos Brittany! You have a calming presence and make being a teacher less intimidating as it may seem. I am going back to school to be an educator and I am a little nervous what my student teaching will look like this spring when I do it. Thanks for the positive energy you always bring! PS where did you get your cardigan? Looks super comfy :)

[@fivefootoneteacher]

thank you so much, it means a lot! I wouldn't say it is intimidating. There are hard days, but there are also good days. You can do it! The cardigan is from a local boutique here that closed down a few years ago :(

[@asiagreisz2807]

I teach 6th grade LA and this is my second year. I also teach in Florida and started last week as well. You're super inspiring and I have gotten many idea from watching you. Hope this year is great!

[@fivefootoneteacher]

that is amazing! I hope your school year is off to a great start!

[@bookgirlny8511]

Asia Greisz ...Keep safe down there!

[@THomasJPeel]

Where in Florida? What school?

[@leahlewis1793]

Your voice makes me feel 🥰🥰

[@shortmocha850]

Friday was our first day. I hope you’re well💙💙💙

[@fivefootoneteacher]

Hope it went well!

[@arianaescarzaga171]

I’m in middle school and I wish u were my teacher it would be so fun. Your also really pretty

[@isagcolsa]

I'm starting my 3rd week of senior year tomorrow, I feel numb. I mean I'm happy but confused and it feels unreal. Kind of like being stuck in a jar of pixie dust and it having a happy effect on you but you knowing there is so much that could be going on outside, yet the jar is closed. I don't know I have so much school work, college, and many more stuff I'm just overwhelmed. Just existing.

[@fivefootoneteacher]

I totally understand. I promise it will get better because I know that this feeling in this moment is not forever. I am sending you so much love and strength. Try to take things day by day and find moments of joy in each of them

[@isagcolsa]

@@fivefootoneteacher thank you so much🥺❤

[@elenimorr4115]

Loved this video! I start my first teaching job since graduating in two weeks and we are doing hybrid so I am a little nervous to see how it goes but also very excited!! Do you have any videos that shows what type of weekly/monthly planner you use for teaching or maybe how you stay organized?? Love your videos!

[@fivefootoneteacher]

Thank you so much and best of luck to you! And yes, it’s on my channel :) I made one recently

[@ms.coleinfirst2467]

I love The Climb!

[@tiarun392]

Good luck on this new journey.

[@fivefootoneteacher]

thank you so so much!

[@admirbarucija2018]

I hope your first week went really well!! 💜

[@fivefootoneteacher]

thank you so much!

[@admirbarucija2018]

Five Foot One Teacher you’re welcome!! :)

[@misatoholic]

What a Coincidence In fact, I’m going to middle school! I know you will be great! (If your wondering why a 12 year old is watching teaching KZbin videos, it’s because I’ve always wanted to be a teacher. / baby sitter)

[@fivefootoneteacher]

best of luck to you!

[@bookgirlny8511]

You sound like a sweet person. Good luck!

[@alyssaolivo6112]

So excited for you to be back in the classroom. I'm still in grad school but I'm going to start substitute teaching this year if the schools reopen in NY. Things change every day. This might be a weird request but can you possibly do a video on how you film your videos? What you use, etc. I'd like to eventually start filming teacher videos too.

[@evitakat5121]

A few days ago, as I was zapping on TV, I came across the end of the Hannah Montana's movie and I started crying hearing "The climb". I hadn't listened to it since my teenage years, so having been through some things in life and understanding the lyrics now, brought tears to my eyes.

[@itsmarissa12345]

So proud of you, Britt! I start back to work next week and this video gave me a lot of encouragement! Don't know if I'll be teaching 7th or 8th grade ELA this year, but we shall see!

[@fivefootoneteacher]

Thank you so much, it means a lot! Excited for your journey!

[@AtumnLeaf7463]

You are so pretty, inside and out!! 🥰

[@fivefootoneteacher]

thank you! so sweet

[@JLCARLSON1]

Middle schoolers are the best! I’m so glad you’re enjoying it! :-) I’m curious... how many other teachers are working in school too?

[@fivefootoneteacher]

thank you! I'm not honestly sure off the top of my head, but the English department is pretty small!

[@hellothere3210]

WE LOVE YOU, MISS.BRIT!!!!!!! 😍😍😍😍😍💛💛💛💛💛💛💛 GOD BLESS 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@fivefootoneteacher]

thank you so much!

[@hellothere3210]

@@fivefootoneteacher I wish I had you as a teacher like honestly that's how awesome you are!!!! But too bad we're in different states. I believe you are in California, right?

[@cassidyandmowgli4715]

You are so inspiring!!

[@fivefootoneteacher]

thank you, Cassidy!

[@alysonserenastone2917]

I feel kind of strange for not doing a get to you thing this year. I have the same students again this year. Some of them have been with me for three years. It's really great to see them grow. If you ever have fifth graders and then eighth graders, the difference is unbelievable. The maturity is really eyeopening. :) I'm going to do the One Word Project with my students the first week. I think we all need something positive right now.

[@fivefootoneteacher]

totally understand, best of luck to you this year! you will be amazing

[@alysonserenastone2917]

@@fivefootoneteacher Aw, thanks! Best of luck to you as well!

[@jeannelle_]

I wish you were my teacher in middle school! You're so passionate in teaching and it definitely inspires and motivates me

[@fivefootoneteacher]

Thank you so much! You are so sweet and it means a lot

[@bookgirlny8511]

Jeannelle _ Middle school is the BEST!

[@michelleleuch]

So proud of you!!

[@fivefootoneteacher]

thank you!

[@sabrinaswanson1544]

I loveeee the love always wins clipboard!!!

[@fivefootoneteacher]

Me too :)

[@bujarrexhbeqaj7003]

Anyone else think of the Kerala it’s ok to not be ok when the clipboards were showed

[@albaabrego3223]

Loved your video!!! Can I ask, what do you have on your welcome slide? Would love ideas!!

[@rachelizabeth331]

Omg yes! I feel, especially working with children and being on a back to back engaging one-on-one schedule, it's so hard to drink water at work! I leave work SO MANY days and realize my cup of water is still full, then get so discouraged because it's not even 1/2 of the water I should be drinking for the day lol.

[@fivefootoneteacher]

so hard! I have to remind myself so much hahaha, we got this

[@yourmathtutorvids]

Just saw you featured as one of aeries changemaker profiles. So cool and congrats!

[@NilaMatters]

I’m going into my final year of law school. Ready for my last first day of school!

[@fivefootoneteacher]

ah best of luck to you!

[@ebonymcphee6095]

Good luck! You're doing amazing ❤️

[@fivefootoneteacher]

Means a lot!

[@alexbellizzi1482]

Question! When you play music as kids enter the Zoom, do you just have it playing from your laptop speakers with your Zoom mic on? Or is there a special way that you do it?

[@emmaa.5881]

What us the song name at 14:24?

[@dancergirlz1995]

I love your necklace, @fivefootoneteacher ! Wheres it from?

[@ashleypenna9360]

What program do you use for your morning messages? I am totally going to have to do it now with being hybrid and not sure if GoogleSlides is the best option for me. Maybe you can do a video or a TPT of sample morning meeting slides. I teach high school and dont want to make it super elementary.

[@Amomslife66]

You are an AWESOME person

[@fivefootoneteacher]

Thank you, so sweet!