To be a glass cleaner in tremendous noise. Laura on her first year of study as a teacher

Laura Kaspare describes her inaugural year as a design and technology teacher at Riga's 47th Secondary School as an intensely demanding, yet ultimately fulfilling, period. She candidly admits that the challenges were significant, echoing the warnings she received about the rigor of her first year in the profession.

"No one hid the fact that it would be difficult. They even said, perhaps this will be one of the most challenging years of your life. And so it was," Kaspare shared, reflecting on the intensity of the experience. Her statement underscores the steep learning curve and the emotional and professional hurdles she navigated.

Despite the acknowledged hardships, Kaspare's perspective suggests a deep sense of accomplishment. Completing her first year signifies not just survival but likely growth and adaptation in a demanding educational environment. The experience, while tough, appears to have solidified her commitment and provided valuable lessons for her future as an educator.