| Asa Packer Elementary
School My first field experience was at Asa Packer Elementary School. I was in a 5th grade classroom with Mrs. Sherman. I had no idea what to expect in my first placement, but I was pleasantly surprised. Mrs. Sherman let me interact and and work with small groups of students. I also was able to observe how she assessed her students, and she even let me grade a few of the student's projects. I was very thankful that Mrs. Sherman let me be so involved during my first experience. I came out of that semester with an increased motivation for teaching, and valuable knowledge that would help me in my later field experiences. |
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Calypso Elementary
School My second field experience took place at Calypso Elementary School. My cooperating teacher, Mrs. DeLong, was a learning support teacher. I was able to work with 3rd and 4th grade while under her guidance. I even taught a few lessons in the 4th grade classroom. Being able to work with diverse learners taught me a lot about how many different learning styles there are. While some of the students challenged me to alter the way I taught, I was thankful to have had this experience. Mrs. DeLong taught me so much about the IEP process which will definitely help me in my teaching career. |
| Fountain Hill Elementary School My third field experience was at Fountain Hill Elementary School. I was placed in a 1st grade classroom with Mrs. Clavens. This 1st grade class was very diverse and gave me a new insight into teaching elementary students. I taught two literacy lessons, including a guided reading lesson. I also helped the students with their Thanksgiving Day Feast. 1st grade is the youngest age group I have taught so far and I really enjoyed it. The students were enthusiastic and willing to learn what I was teaching them. |
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Hanover Elementary
School My pre-student teaching experience was at Hanover Elementary School. I was in a 2nd grade class with Mrs. Ronyack. Even though there was also a student teacher in the class at the same time, I was able to teach five lessons and gain much classroom experience. Mrs. Ronyack was very organized and introduced me to things like DRA's, interventions, and learning centers. I enjoyed this experience very much and felt that Mrs. Ronyack fully prepared me for student teaching next year. |