Support is a definite on these boards. When I first came on board just over a year ago, I tried to keep up on all the boards. I finally found that I felt very welcome and comfy on Exercise and Fitness, Accountables, Phase 2, and 50+. Look around I am sure you will find one that is just the right fit and feel free to jump in. I credit the support and advice on these boards as an important part of helping me stay on track. You can also send a buddy message "Find a Buddy" to have more of an e-mail conversation with just one person. I am a 4th grade Academic Intervention teacher in NY, the state, not the city ;o) I entered teaching as a mid life career change and have been working in a small city school district for 5 years. Welcome, you will love it here.
If you want to buddy up you can send me an invite from the buddy page. I am listed as FeelingGreat140. Hope things are going well for you so far on the beach. You are probably done with school. I am done next week.