Self reflection

The 2015-2016 year is coming to an end and a new chapter is opening. With this I have come to realize that being in the Ready, Set, Teach program has helped me grow as not only a student but as a person. I had the privilege of having three amazing mentors over the course of these two years in this program. I have Mrs. Barron-Wirth the mentor of the program, Mrs. Nix who is my current mentor  this year, and Mrs. Middaugh my mentor last year. I would like to thank them for letting me into their classrooms to learn and grow with them. 

I am currently an intern in a bilingual prekindergarten class. My fantastic mentor Mrs. Nix has a very creative and intriguing way of teaching her students. After months of watching her methods of teaching I have noticed that some of her habits have rubbed off on me. Like how much patience she has. I use to have such a low patience tolerance and now? Well now I have noticed that I have gained a lot more patience. Also I love how much courage she has. That has rubbed off on me as well, I have noticed that I am not as worried as before when I was afraid of speaking up. Being surrounded by these bright and wonderful kids has given me such wonderful memories and happy days. I have gained so much happiness and confidence thanks to these kids and Mrs. Nix for letting me express myself in her classroom. These kids don't care how you look all they know is that you are there for them no matter what. I have formed such a strong bond with these students and I am truly sad to see how fast this year went by. I truly care for these kids they have become a big part of my life. I am so glad that I was able to work alongside such a wonderful mentor and with such amazing children. These kids did teach me one important lesson and that is that life is precious and goes by quickly so enjoy it while it last. Smile while you still have teeth left is what these crazy kids would say. This year may be ending but I know that this year will always be an important chapter in my life. I am g,ad that I was able to get such wonderful mentors and children who have helped me in my life and academics. 

I also want to thank Mrs. Barron-Wirth for all she has done. You have given us a home away from home with all the encouragement. We have become one big family who want to see eachother succeed. I will never be able to thank her for all she has done for me specifically. I want to go into the teaching profession and inspire children as much as she has inspired me. She has pushed me-even when I thought I couldn't do it-because she knows that I can achieve so much if I would just have the confidence in myself to do so. Mrs. Barron thank you for being a teacher, a friend, and an idol to me. I can only hope to impact students half as much as you have done for me. This year has been a year full of ups and downs even when it had its downs you have motivated us to see the other side. You always show us movies of teachers who made a difference well I hope that when your movie comes out I will be able to be in it. 

Thank you to everyone who has made this year an unforgettable one full of happiness. Thank you to my awesome mentor teachers.