This is me, one of my professors from Waldorf College, and the group of student teachers for this past semester. We were so different–Vocal Music Education, Instrumental Music Education, Elementary Education, Secondary Math, and me, Secondary English Ed. Continue reading
Ahh…the snow is blowing, the leftover mashed potatoes are settling at the pit of my stomach, and our first school day back after the holiday break is cancelled. Can you say crazy? Continue reading
My student teaching experience has taught me to learn on my feet, which means always being prepared and positive, no matter what the day might throw at me. With crazy schedules, snow days, and lessons taking off in completely different directions, I’ve realized the most important thing is to take things one step at a time. Continue reading
PD Days are on Wednesdays at Forest City Middle School. There’s a shortened schedule, and students are let out at 2, which means from 2:15-4 is an all-staff meeting/professional development/teacher prep time. Continue reading
“It’ll be crazy.” “You’ll be calling right away, begging to come back to high school!” “Those kids are nuts!” This is what I heard the days leading up to my second placement at Forest City High School. Uh oh. I thought. I’m going to be in over my head. Continue reading
Friday was my last day at Mason City High School, bittersweet to say the least. Saying goodbye to my Honors 10 group was tough. I had become particularly fond of them. Continue reading
Earlier this morning, I met with my second placement cooperating teacher, Mrs. Sopko! Even though it’s been sad leaving my students at MCHS, I’m excited to work with new students and get a taste of the middle school daily life at Forest City! Continue reading
Wow, where to start with this group? These students were mine from day one. They were my most challenging, but my most rewarding group. And they taught me a lot about being a tenth grader. Continue reading
Saying goodbye to my American Seminar students came first–this was the first class I gave back to my cooperating teacher, and while they were moving beyond The Scarlet Letter, I slaved over their grades in the back of the room. 😛
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