Week 16
Last Blog Post!
I would rate my last week at a 5! It was absolutely hectic and full of energy because it was the week before spring break but I loved every minute of it because I got to talk with my students more and make even deeper connections with them.
Observe
There was so much going on, I can't believe we got it all done in 4 days! Our class did an egg hunt which was super exciting. I realized that little games like this that's appropriate and doesn't last long is exactly what students need to look forward to going to school!
Reflect
I learned that, through observing data, it is important to have differentiation in school work and learning the students take place in so they are able to grow at a consistent rate.
Focus
My goals are still aligned by feeling great about being a teacher! I was intimidated at first and felt like so many were against me, but now that I have proven to so many that I can and will be a great teacher I am confident in my abilities.
Be Productive
I could have spent more time on that portfolio, but it's almost complete now!
Have Courage
I was affected by what I did this week by not being sure about all of what I could incorporate for Earth Day, which was one of my global awareness pieces, but I found some great things for the students to do and they enjoyed it! We learned a lot about helping the earth and reduce, reuse, and recycle and the students asked to do more! I loved it.
Begin Anew
Next week I need to prepare myself for the last day at my school and to get ready to present my portfolio.
I analyzed iReady test scores again and realized I should have let students practice more with iReady.
Other student teachers: It's the end and we've done it! We all started at so many different places but are ending strong and I hope you are confident in what you're doing!
NCTCS
1a I lead in the classroom, even when I was not full time teaching, by helping my CE with field day and constantly keeping count/track of all the students.
2a I was able to make closer connections with the students since I was no longer teaching full time and even tutor some students so they could be on task with the class
3c I integrated a lot of Earth Day with reading, writing, and art
4g I helped students work as a team at field day. They cheered for one another and helped one another complete events
5c I have adapted to a complex learning environment throughout this semester and I am doing well understanding what is asked of me.
Have a great week and summer!!!
