5 friends we need as teachers

2 weeks until we go back to school.  I don't know about you guys but I am so not ready, but I am ready to see my people which is why we are going out for drinks tonight.  I work with the most amazing people.  These people make work fun and entertaining.  It made me think about the types of teacher friends we need. 

1. The crazy one-  That teacher friend who outside of school you would never know they were a teacher.  The have fun all the time.  They will drag you to a dive karaoke bar and then ditch you with a guy you probably shouldn't be ditched with.  They are the life of the party and when you see them in the halls at school all you can do is smile... because you know.

2. The responsible one-  This one has responsibilities both in and out of school.  They stay at work late and have to go home from functions early.  They keep you grounded and remind you of your responsibilities too.  They care about everyone and are a great source of positivity.  When you are having a bad day they are there to cheer you up.

3. The entertainer-  This teacher friend is the life of the party.  They always have a story and crazy things happening to them.  This friend could write a book with all the crazy antics they have seen.  They make you laugh constantly.  They also know everything else that is going on in the school because everyone tells them everything... even if they don't want to know.  This friend makes your days bearable. 

4. The newbie-  This kid just started teaching and they are still kind of living their college life, but with a pay check.  They don't have many responsibilities so they can do whatever they want.  They are stuck working with the veterans (aka old people) and encourage them to embrace their younger selfs and go out and cut loose.  You will end up with a hangover if you try to keep up with them... but they will be at the gym the next morning like it was nothing.

5.  The follower-  This friend is up for anything.  They are the friend you throw under the bus when volunteers are asked for.  All you have to do is say let's do something and they are there.  You can typically depend on them for anything especially getting a drink after a long week... or day.

Can you think of any other type of friends we need as teachers? Which one are you?  Drop your comments below.