Prompt #3

At my current school I haven't seen anyone truly act in an unprofessional manner. However, I've witnessed it at some other schools I've been at before. For example at other schools I've seen some teachers gossip about other teachers and students especially in staff lounges. This is why I make it my business not to remain in the student lounge and engage in that kind of foolishness. I was once told by a retired educator and college professor to stay out of the copy room unless I necessarily have to go in there to make copies for my lessons I have to teach students. They also told me to stay out of the lounges and not to gossip because it could complicate situations and could jeopardize one's teaching career. For example, I once knew a teacher who was bad mouthing an administrator to other teachers and it got back to that particular administrator. Ultimately, this lead to this teacher being shown the door. Now I clearly see what this professor is talking about.

Prompt #2 Bullying

Growing up in Philly to be honest with you I've experienced all three as a victim, bully, and witness. As a victim I was picked on because of my small stature and book smarts. Sometimes I would walk away from fights because bigger kids would at times have my back. Then there were after having enough, on rare occasions, I would go berserk and give out a beat down. As I bully I'd play the dozens or what we called "bussin'" I was good at it and bussed on plenty of people. But at times it wasn't funny when I used to tease fat people. And I seen people get bullied whom I grew up with. It wasn't funny at all looking back today as a teacher.  What I learned that in today's times we have to be very careful and watch for the signs of bullying and keep our eyes open and prevent it from occurring.

Prompt #1 Fall 2014

I have two goals for this term and that is: 1) To be removed from the Professional Improvement Plan,
and 2) To pass the Professional Knowledge exam required by the Arizona Department of Education.  This semester I want to improve my classroom management skills and effective engagement strategies. I'd like to implement experiential learning in my classes along with cooperative learning practices by Spencer Kagan. My Cadre Leader can support me by answering any questions I need answered and offer some suggestions. :)