Final Wrap-up : Schools

It is hard to believe, but this is my final night in Celebration, Florida. Tomorrow marks my last day in the school, and it is much more difficult for me to leave than I originally had thought. With that said, and my final moments in view, I feel it is appropriate to do a few wrap-ups summarizing the moments that taught me the most.

The diversity at Celebration High School is much different from any high school I had been to before. There are students from every background at the school. Whether they be Caucasian, African American, Latino, or other ethnicity; whether they be from a wealthy family, or a less fortunate one; they are all so diverse from one another. Many of the students that I have speak Spanish as well. The majority of them also speak English, but it is very common to catch side chatter in Spanish during class.

I think that the most crucial lesson I have learned from Celebration is classroom management. That does not mean to say that I am the master of controlling my students, because that only comes with years of experience. I feel more confident in my abilities now. There have been multiple students during my time at Celebration that have challenged my authority, and questioned my teaching methods. With help from my mentor teacher and past field experiences, I have discovered new tips and tricks to working through those challenges.

One of the most positive aspects of the school system here is the faculty. Eating lunch daily with the English department is the most relaxing portion of the day. They are such a fantastic group of teachers, who share ideas with one another, share resources, and are generally concerned for their co-workers well being. The atmosphere among the faculty is so reassuring. These educators are there because they love to teach. Many of them have come from other professions for that purpose. In fact, the creator of Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal works at this very school. Being around professionals who have such great personalities and a passion for teaching created a dream environment for an internship.