What I Did Since I Woke Up This Morning: The Autobiography of an Ordinary Teacher

This autobiography traces the journey of an ordinary teacher from her childhood to retirement. It tells of the influences which have impacted on her development as a teacher and as a person. It shares anecdotes and describes events which have coloured her life and confirmed her vocation. In a thirty five year career which begins with teaching biology in a small secondary school and progresses to headships in two junior schools this teacher deals with inspiring and challenging children and adults in both amusing and gut-wrenching situations. Throughout the book themes arise which link back to the author s childhood and upbringing, such as her love of music and drama, and her ability to see a task to its completion. The book also provides a picture of education in the second half of the twentieth century when the National Curriculum was introduced and schools learned to manage their own budgets.