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Death in Family
By emd

Hi Meghan,
Last year, my boyfriend passed away from cancer in November. I remember feeling how you did. I was very nervous about returning to school and afraid that I would just break down into tears in front of the
kids.
I think one thing that helped me was being honest with my kids. Telling them that I am still sad and they might see that in me. I talked with them briefly about the death and thanked them for the support (a lot of my class went to the funeral also). The big thing I remember saying to them is that I was happy to be back with them. I reminded them how much I loved teaching and

being with them and that they make me happy.

Another thing that really helped was my teacher partner across the hall. She was wonderful! Whenever I needed a break or felt a little stressed, she would come over and sit with the kids, or take both classes and read a story. I don't know if you have anyone you could ask to help you. I know it helped to have someone else around.

I hope this helps. I know that getting back into everything was the best thing for me. The days went by and I realized how important it was to keep living life the way my boyfriend wanted me to. Please let me know if I can help in any other way.

I am so sorry about your loss.
Betsy