So Help Me!

Today I went to Practicum at Desert Hills Middle School expecting to sit back and observe Mrs. Lee work her magic like she does every Tuesday.  I'm learning so much from observing her because she is a truly wonderful teacher!  However, it turns out Mrs. Lee was ill yesterday and about halfway through the first period she whispered to me that she wasn't sure she could make it through the day.  Indeed, a few minutes into her second period she looked sheet white and her usual enthusiasm was greatly depleted.  With half an hour left of class, she headed for home, leaving me in charge of her classes for the rest of the day.

Please keep in mind a couple of very important things:
1) I have NEVER taught a full day of class before.
2) In fact...last Tuesday was my first time EVER teaching in a public school
3) Last Tuesday was also "B" Day and fantastic.
4) This was "A" Day and what Mrs. Lee calls her "looooong day"

Second period were gems and I started third period with enthusiasm and confidence.  They were equally great and I thought to myself, "I love teaching! Student teaching is going to be a piece of cake!"

Then came 4th period.  How did the school counselors not realize they put three girls and TWENTY SEVEN boys in one classroom!  Not to mention 4 boys below proficiency level and 2 with ADHD!  AHHHH!!!  IT.WAS.A.NIGHTMARE.  I don't know if I want to teach anymore.  I will let you know how I feel tomorrow.