The Summer Begins..

Now I have made it through my second semester, and heading into summer. I am undertaking three classes this summer and can't wait. I have math CAMMP in June and very excited about it! Can't wait to work with children and gain some valuable experience. Also, taking the Praxis in June--ready to have that under my belt and another thing to check off my list.

Can't believe in August I will be in an actual classroom Student Teaching. I am anxious and excited at the same time. I know it will be a great learning experience and with everyday I will feel more and more comfortable than the last day! Heres to a great summer and and the beginning to my new career.

Until next time!

Getting crazy in here!

School is beginning to get a little bit crazy. The balance of work, school, and family is a struggle at times but I can see the light at the end of the tunnel. This week I am looking at two midterms, finishing up my in class observations shortly-just can't believe it is March already.

In a short few months I will begin summer school, and then student teaching. It is all happening so fast I must be quick to catch my breath and take one week at a time. I am loving the UNC Charlotte program and welcome anyone to check it out if you are thinking about becoming a teacher.

Can't wait to get in the classroom.
Joy

Learning New Ideas

I have started shadowing four days a week now, and it has been great. I have learned so much about how to transition between lesson, and keep the kids focused. Today, I worked with second grade, I think this is my favorite grade of them all. I love the age of the students and I really love the curriculum.

Today I helped students with Imagine It, telling time the hour and half hour, and the physical changes of matter. We did an experiment with ice cubes and how to melt the cube the fastest. The students loved the experiment, and it kept them intrigued throughout the lesson.

So far so good, and next week I get to work with Kindergarten...I cannot wait.

Till then.
Joy

Stressing Out

I feel like the work is just piling up on me now. I have to complete an application for student teaching and interview process. My e-portfolio assignment is due in a month, then I have 60 hours of shadowing on top of all of that.

Life is really crazy right now, I am really learning to use my time management skills in order to get everything done in a timely fashion. I know in my mind it will all work out, because it almost always does--but at the same time I am stressing over my 40 hour a week job and class. School is hard to do when you are independent and work full-time. I just thank god for my husband who has been extremely patience through all of this and works with me to keep me grounded.

While I work on finishing everything I can today, I am really feeling the pressure to complete everything. I am going to keep on trucking because that is all you can do in times like these

Joy

Week Two

The classes are finally underway. With my first week under my belt I am ready to dive in head first into this semester. The semester is going to be extremely busy and fast. With 60 hours of shadowing required outside of the classroom, applying for student teaching, and getting my summer school requirements together.

I know the busy schedule will be well worth it in the long run. I am looking forward to all of my classes, and feel my knowledge and skills will grow tremendously this semester. In just a short full months I will begin my journey as a teacher.

That is all for today.

The Blogging Begins...

This is my first blog ever!

I am beginning the journey and headed back to school again. To follow my true passion of becoming an elementary school teacher. I begin my second semester in a week and the classes are going to be intense.

I am extremely excited about the new path my life is on and can't wait for everyone to come on this journey with me. In just a year, I will be in the classroom working with children, and I finally feel I am following my heart in the right direction. Of course I am nervous about the transitions from a 40 hour a week office job to a school schedule. If anyone has any advice to make the transition or tips for me while I enter the unknown world of the educational system please pass them on.

I will keep you posted on my progress, this semester I will begin assisting with lesson plans and teaching some on my own. I know the experience will be wonderful and looking forward to an exciting semester ahead!

Wishing everyone good luck with their dreams and goals of 2009!
Until next time...J