Week 17

This week I simply observed the classes as they started their work on final painting. On Thursday, one student returned to school after being sick and is 2 projects behind. Mrs. A told me that I could be in charge of helping her catch up, so I printed out several poses for her to pick from to create her mannikin drawing. The students are re-creating a painting of a master artist for their final project. They are all so talented, and I look forward to seeing their final product.   

I learned that in terms of grading, at least in this setting, it is not allowed to fail a student unless there is absolutely nothing that the student is doing. For the couple of students that are failing, I do not see a great concern from parents or the student themselves. I also do not see the classroom teacher in communication with the parents about it. I don't think that parent communication in high school should be less or nonexistent because the students still require support and encouragement to do well. 

I hope to finish this upcoming week strong. Mrs. A said that the students wanted to throw a little party for me and I said yes. I look forward to graduation more than ever, and hearing from schools soon to set up interviews.


Schmidt, Chapter 12

1. What are your plans for being a lifelong learner? How has chapter 12 enlightened your ideas?
   
   I love school, and it is hard for me to imagine being away completely. I will be taking classes starting in September  to get an endorsement in ESL/BIL and SPED. I want to learn as much as I can to be an effective teacher.
   
   I would like to teach for several years and then go back to school to get my type 075 endorsement. I admire the work principal's and vice-principal's do at schools, and I can see myself in this position. Chapter 12 enlightened my ideas by encouraging me to continue to learn myself. I also think that it is necessary for me to become a member of an arts organization or be in contact with other professionals through for example blogs.