Observation Day Three

My third and final observation day is complete and I couldn't be more content. "Observing" for the first little while was fine, but if you're a hands-on/kinesthetic learner like me, then watching for so long can get boring. There were parts that were, however as a whole I'm glad my observation days happened as they were organized and truthfully quick.

Knowing that the teacher I'm with is my mentor teacher is such a great feeling, as she's had many student teachers before. She told me that I'll be teaching a lot of ELA and science, which I'm not at all disappointed! She also mentioned that if I am comfortable with teaching more, she'll let me at that opportunity. I most likely will already be comfortable that I'm not surprised that I'll take on more.

Also, as it's the school day before Valentine's Day, it was nice that my MT gave them time to hand out Valentine cards/treats to one another. Here are 3 reasons why I'm looking forward in teaching Grade 6!

- They think of each other.

I can give clear, distinct examples in how they consider one another, but I won't. You just have to trust me that they genuinely care for each other by not using their words, but also their actions. Watching these students interact with one another is such a privilege. 

- They get involved in other curricular activities.

I witnessed several students getting involved within the school community, which I am totally gun-ho about. Knowing me, I get involved with various schools/organizations that it could be a bit overwhelming. In high school, I was even President, Grade Representative and even Event's Coordinator...not to toot my own horn or anything. Regardless, I love the community aspect that these students bring! 

- They want to learn.

In my teaching career, I will encounter students who truly don't want to learn. With what I observed yesterday, I did not witness that motive whatsoever. I can 100% say that all the students I saw want to learn something new and expand their knowledge with school. Those sixth grade keeners! 

With all this information given, I know I'm blessed in having the grade, the group of students and the mentor teacher assigned. To end off, I took a picture of what I received from them. I mean, I got Ferrero Rocher. Jealous? You should be. (Actually don't since I can't even eat Ferrero Rocher).