Author fkelly
As a elementary practicum student i have found that navigating a work-life balance has been key for both my physical and emotional well being. When Im not orchestrating the chaos of lessons and planning I am in the early morning… Continue Reading →
Embarking on an all-day volleyball tournament with my grade 6/7 team was an amazing experience as a teacher and coach. The gym was buzzing with excitement and a bit of pre-game jitters as we kicked things off. Our warm-up routine… Continue Reading →
Formative assessment has been a vital part in my assessment for students learning. It has allowed be to understand and gauge the students understanding. Simply by circulating a the room and listening in of conversations I can better understand and… Continue Reading →
Story time in my kindergarten/ grade 1 class has easily become one of my favourite classroom routines. We start every morning with a story that takes us on a journey. Story time is a nice way to start the mornings… Continue Reading →
As a teacher passionate about providing enriching experiences and memories for my young learners, i recently took my kindergarten and grade 1 students on an exciting trip to our communities fire hall. Students were excited and eager all week counting… Continue Reading →
Coaching an elementary school volleyball team has been an incredibly rewarding experience that goes far beyond the volleyball court. As a coach, I’ve had the privilege of witnessing the growth and development of each player, not just in their athletic… Continue Reading →
The most prominent pattern that emerged from my field notes is that being outdoors is like a magic-potion for one’s well-being. Such a simple thing yet so rewarding. Being outdoors just makes you feel good, it allows you to get… Continue Reading →
The class field trip to Barkerville provided the class with a great opportunity to strengthen our sense of classroom community by engaging in a setting that moves beyond the traditional classroom. The burger Ville trip was a fun way to… Continue Reading →
My first teaching practicum was in a grade 2/3 class. My practicum provided me with valuable experiences and knowledge that will aid in becoming a successful teacher in the future. Through observation and practice I have learned an abundance of… Continue Reading →
Going into my first practicum my guiding question for inquiry was observing strategies and technqiues used for classroom managed. Through observation I have learned that effecting classroom management techniques and strategies involves establishing clear expectations and rules for behavior, and… Continue Reading →