I'm realizing that being departmentalized really makes the day fly right on by! I have exactly 90 minutes before specials for my reading block and exactly 55 minutes for science after specials. Then there's the switch and lunch. And repeat it all over again. I'm tired but things are going really well.
I've slowed down teaching my processes a lot. I've give both classes a couple of different learning style inventories. I'm using them to group students and plan materials and teaching delivery. I've discovered that half of both my classes are kinesthetic learners! Now more than ever, I'm convinced that Power Teaching is going to be a highly effective teaching technique for these specific kids. I'm excited about.
I am enjoying getting to know my teaching partner. We have a lot in common and it has been easy to work together so far. Above all things, as long as we're always putting the kids first...everything will work out fine.
I find that I'm very busy with launching the Environmental Science Club and School Newspaper this week. I have to get applications out, read entries, make selections. Luckily, I have enthusiastic teammates there to help at every turn. I'm so lucky to be at my school with teachers who care and are willing to go that extra step to give kids new and worthwhile experiences.
No comments:
Post a Comment