NTI has done wonders for my profession. I am using so many tools learned this summer and still there are others I have yet to begin using. This was the first year my syllabus was not returned to me for corrections. It appears that so much order has been bestowed upon me [and my class} until it is somewhat eerie. I am using Peer- to -Peer resources- Melissa I must say the "ask 3 then me" have saved my voice on so many occasions; the bulletin board created my Sly, Courtney and myself has established boundaries and accountability within my students and myself; and Ms. Chillis your lesson plan format is a lifesaver. I am now able to wrap-up lessons w/o feeling as if I forgot to tell the kids something. Because of NTI, student leadership has been defined and upheld in all of my classes- something that helps my day go smoothly. I have each of you to know that we (Law and Justice Level I) will be wearing uniforms this year and the students seem to be more excited about this than I am. This idea has instilled a sense of pride and leadership in them- something I would have never been able to accomplish without my summer school experience.
Past year students are constantly asking "Mrs. Jackson why didn't we do that in our class"? Those same students are asking about the next level and when can they sign up for it. While I can only speak for myself, I am extremely grateful for the teachings of Dr. Burns, Ms. Chillis and Dr. M. as well as the many suggestions of my classmates. I will close by saying it was a pleasuring seeing all of you Saturday and I look forward to learning again with you all this evening. Until 5~aj
Hi, AJ - I'm just smiling while reading your post! Well written and thanks for sharing all the great things that are 'hap-nin' in your classes. When good students are asking how to sign up for the next class that usually means you are doing many things right, and it sounds like you are. Can't wait to visit!
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