When I began this blog, my initial intention was to detail what my student teaching experiences were like, what I learned, etc.
I failed miserably.
But like John Lennon said, "Life is what happens when you're busy making other plans." I made plans, and life happened. So let me sum up what did happen:
- Ended my first student teaching in January. Passed my work sample (a devil of a chore) with flying colors. Came out with two awesome recommendation letters from my cooperating teacher and my supervisor.
- Began my second student teaching experience in February. Co-taught with another student teacher for a few weeks who has become a really good friend and confidant. Learned a lot about flexibility, copy machines, time management, and how to keep 24 kinders and first graders under control. Passed my second work sample with flying colors. This time, I got three recommendation letters because I convinced the principal to observe me. Yessssss.
- Graduated in May. One of the happiest and proudest moments of my life. Celebrated with family at McMenamin's (one of my favorite places and a Northwest staple).
- Got a job in June. Not teaching, but enough to keep me busy and in my bills. Car payments, insurance, and the like do not wait until the school year starts and sub jobs start pouring in.
- Registered to substitute with almost any school district within a 30 mile radius.
- Hoping to be BUSY this school year.
I think that about sums it up. It's amazing how much can happen in the span of a few months... I look forward to seeing what happens in the next few! And hopefully I'll remember to update this thing more often.
