Thursday, March 26, 2009

"A Few Good Kids"


This Monday I was scheduled to have gone to School Four to participate in the classroom with their lesson in Social studies I had asked Mrs. Fitzpatrick if I could come in when she taught that. I was literally cheesing when she told me that she would be happy to change social studies from Friday to Monday so it could accommodate my schedule. I was thrilled, but due to unseen technical problems I encountered on Monday I apologized and asked if I could attend on Tuesday. They agreed. Tuesday rolled around and I made my way excited to see what new things I would learn. When I got there Mrs. Mahoney told me that the projector was out of service so their entire lesson was thrown out the window. She decide to continue working on the social studies so we ending up breaking the into groups. I had so much fun because I got to see what real class has to go through or how fast teachers have to react to problems that are hurled at them like fast balls. I was amazed how Mrs. Fitzpatrick and Mrs. Mahoney handled the situation with composure. I had a tremendous time. Towards the end of class, I asked Mrs. Fitz if I could give her a form in which I would explain my purpose in the class and if I would have the parent consent to take pictures and include their children in my final project to be presented in June. She agreed so I can't wait to start taking pictures. These kids are amazing they are vivacious and quick to jump into their lessons. I am very fortunate to be able to attend that class filled with shining stars.

1 comment:

  1. I can relate to the projector being down. It's always nice to have a backup plan (coupled with the great ability to improvise)

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