Preclinical: Day One

Today I had my first experience in the classroom!  As a preclinical student, I am able to observe and help my cooperating teacher several times a week.  This program is a class I take through school, and helps bring everything I learn in class to life in a real-world setting.  Walking in today, I had no idea what to expect.  I knew I had 5th grade students, but that was it.  They welcomed me into their classroom with smiling faces and positive attitudes.  I was very fortunate in getting a very respectful class!

From always being a student in the classroom to now being the teacher, there were a lot of things I had to get used to.  First of all, I had to get used to students calling me "Ms. Hanna."  That was probably the hardest one to get used to, because up to this point I have always gone by my first name.  I also had many students that I needed to get to know!  There were about 30 stories that were waiting to be heard in that room today.  Lastly, I needed to use my "teacher voice."  Normally, I am a more reserved person and tend to keep to myself.  This one was fun!  I brought myself out of my shell and saw a new side of myself.  There were many learning opportunities today!

The first day of school is always exciting because you get to meet the students for the first time.

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