Week 2!

     My second week of school is completed. It was a good week. Long and drawn out that's for sure. I am already overwhelmed with the amount of stuff that I have to do. I have to write a 4 page lesson plan. Sounds interesting right? Not!! It is in the SIOP format. The SIOP is designed for ESL or ELL teachers. It is going to be an interesting lesson. I am writing mine on empathy so that will be fun! Oh has anyone heard about the new laws for student teaching? So first, they are adding in more special education classes because they want more well rounded teachers. Next, they are adding in that you have to write a 50 page paper about your student teaching experience....ugh. Lastly, (and this is the kicker) you have to videotape yourself teaching a lesson, then send it in to Pearson to be approved (that and your paper) and it costs $300 to send those in. Only then can you possibly get your teaching certificate....AHHHH! More to worry about.
     Other than that, the realization that I am going to be a senior next year is CRAZY! It's awesome to think about but at the same time, it is slightly scary. Realizing that I will eventually have to move out, get my own place, pay more bills, buy a new car (maybe), and more. Growing up is scary. Not to mention, I calculated that amount of school money I owe...$40,000 right now! REALLY? so then I will have to start paying that back. I am not ready. I like the comfort of living at home and only paying for my phone bill. lol. I knew this day was coming so it will be interesting when it finally happens. Well, I better start getting ready for work. I will post again soon. I forgot to mention the Magic tournament Russell and I were in last night! That was awesome!
Thanks for reading!
-Kaitlyn