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It’s Official: I’m a 5th Grade Teacher!

Well friends, it’s official. Like I-signed-my-contract-official. I’m going to be a real teacher… real life 5th grade teacher. {insert gasp} Being a naive student teacher, it never really occurred to me that I could possibly leave Primary Land for Intermediate Land – ha! But, if you follow me on Pinterest, TPT, or this little ole’ blog, the signs are there…

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My first product for my very own classroom!

I’ll be teaching three periods of reading, a period of writing, and a period of specialized PE (ha! This is a whole different story entitled Budget Cuts). PE woe included, I am thrilled and terrified and ecstatic and every emotion in-between.

I have a huge learning curve, but am so thankful that I can spend the summer learning from the best teachers in blog world and in the real world. My book shelf is overflowing with young adult literature and teaching books. I just finished The Book Whisperer and I cried. After reading this book, I have never been so excited to be in Intermediate Land and am on a ‘fifth grade high!’ What a blessing that I have the opportunity to create a classroom of human beings who love exploring our world through literature! {If you think that sounds fluffy, you should hear the stuff my family has to endure. ;)}

Well friends, I really do not know what else to say. Primary Land will always hold a special place in my life and in my creating. Would I have loved a primary classroom? Absolutely. But, I really do believe 5th grade will be a nice fit for me and I cannot wait to share my adventure with you all. Plus, I really need your help. Like really. Needless to say there will be a lot of mess ups, hilarious stories, and *fingers crossed* zero cases of lice.

So, that’s it. My name is Catherine Reed, and I am a 5th grade teacher. Now, let that sink in.

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    • Kate says

      Haha – I love that, Katie! I am really excited, and since I stand at 5'1 on a *really* good day, I assume they will soar above me from day one. 🙂

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  4. Karmen says

    Congratulations! I have been a primary teacher for the last 3 years and will now also be venturing to intermediate land next year as a 3rd grade teacher… I cant wait to read about the things you do with your 5th graders!

    Karmen
    Karmens Kinders

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  8. Hbrown says

    Congratulations! That's so exciting! I spent 2 years in 4th grade and I loved my kids. I am sure you will do great!!!

    Heather
    A New Teacher's Journey

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  10. Mikaela says

    Congratulations! I started my career in 5th grade and then after two years moved to 1st. I changed schools and was back in 5th for a few years and then back to 1st. They are both very monumental years and I love them both (for different reasons). I'm sure you'll love it and do wonderful. Can't wait to hear all about the transition.

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  11. Chelsea says

    Yay! Congrats on your new adventure in this amazing world of teaching! You will LOVE 5th grade! I moved up to 5th grade last year from 3rd. While I loved 3rd grade, I have always been more of an "upper grade" teacher! 5th grade has stolen my heart! I look forward to hearing all about your first year with your kiddos!

    ~Chelsea

    Fifth Grade Wit and Whimsy

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    • Kate says

      Oh my goodness, that makes my heart so happy! Thank you so much, Chelsea. I cannot wait to blog stalk your great ideas 🙂

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  13. Catherine N. says

    Hi Catherine,
    I started in middle school, swore sixth grade was the best, moved to fifth grade, swore it was the best, then landed in first grade, which I now think is the best.
    Do you know the 1970's song, "Love the One You're With"? I think that if you love teaching, you'll "Love the Grade You're In." OK, now that song is totally stuck in my head! Good luck this year!
    Catherine N.
    firstgradetopdogs.blogspot.com

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    • Kate says

      Love that perspective, Catherine. You are SO right. It will definitely be culture shock at first, but I am super excited. It is going to be a fantastic year! 🙂

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  15. Katie De Leon says

    I am so excited for you! You have worked so hard and all that hard work is paying off. It is exciting that you will be teaching 5th grade. It is very different from what you had done. I wish you good luck with your new classroom and your new adventures. I can't wait to read all about them.

    Katie
    A Basket Full of Apples

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    • Kate says

      Thank you so much, Katie! I am absolutely in love with teaching, and cannot wait to take on the new challenge of 5th graders. 🙂 I appreciate your encouragement!

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  16. Jeannie says

    Yay, yay, yay for you!! My first teaching position was in 5th grade. They can be really sweet. I'm 5 foot, so they towered over me. I asked to switch to another grade level at the end if the year. I couldn't stand the constant drama. My heart has always been with the little ones. You'll do great! I can't wait to read about all of your new adventures. I'm excited for you. There's nothing like your first year of teaching.

    Jeannie
    The 2nd Grade Surprise

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  17. Maria Eshman says

    Congratulations! I'm really excited for you. I would be scared out of my pants for sure! I am certified 1-8 and it freaks.me.out that I could be moved to 8th! I would cry for weeks. But I'm sooooooooooooo happy for you to have your first "official" teaching job! I can't wait to hear about all your adventures!
    Maria

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  21. Jessica says

    Congrats! I started in 5th grade 13 years ago. It was whole different world. Standards had just come out and I didn't have a reading series. Plus I was on an intern credential, which means I was going though me teacher Ed program at the same time. You're way ahead of the game, especially with the common core!

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  22. Ashley Pennell says

    Ohhh Catherine!! How exciting! I saw your genre subway art posters the other day and wondered how you were going to use those with 1st graders!! Now I understand 🙂 5th grade will be exciting for you and I know your students are going to be very lucky to have you as their teacher!! Best of luck to you and happy planning!

    Ashley
    That's So Second Grade!

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  24. TeacherintheCity says

    Congrats…I'm also going to be a first year teacher, teaching 6th grade. I look forward to following your blog and noticing the similarities in our experiences. I think you'll do great with the 5th graders. From all your creative ideas so far, I'm sure it'll be awesome.

    You can check out my blog too at teacherinthecity.com

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