First Day Jitters

Today marked my very first day in the Professional Teacher Program at ASU. I only had 2 of my 5 classes today, but I felt like enough happened that it was worth blogging about!

I have to wear this badge at all times. I'm pretty legit.

So my first class today was held at a middle school right behind Desert Vista High School. It was in a very drab room that looked like a science classroom. White walls. Creepy. No wonder I didn't like it... I am not a fan of science. The class was classroom assessment. Which is basically talking about test taking (another reason why I probably will not like this class). So earlier this week we got n email for the director of the program about what is expected of us while we attend these classes. A big part of this was the dresscode. It states, and I quote, "Women: Nice slacks, skirts or dresses (not sleeveless, no shoestring straps), no “flip-flops”, no casual sandals, no tennis/running shoes. No Jeans". Now, about half of the class was following this code. The other half looked like they just walked straight from their first day at ASU campus where they were finally allowed to wear what they want without their parents approval. The middle school boys sure did get a show... I was embarassed for them. I really hope that they felt the same way and improve next time. If I have to go out and buy new clothes for this and put time into looking professional, then they can easily do it as well. Come on people. So that 3 hour class was long. But I did meet a really hot teacher in the hallway... hopefully I will see him again soon! (Sorry, my teenage hormones have been raging recently)

So off to my next class. I have to drive to another location for it. I walk into this elementary school and into this classroom with a jolly old man greeting me. There are books, colors, pictures, and kid things everywhere. I continue to walk in and see that there are 5 tables, all with little kid chairs around them. You know, the ones that are for little people under 3feet tall. I then see that I will be sitting in those chairs during this class. Oh man. The class begins and I already love it. It is teaching language and arts (one of my favorite subjects!) and the teacher is hilarious! He is goofy, corny, a huge dork, and knows it! I can't wait for that class again.

I already have a list of homework that is due for next week and I am about to start it! I really want to stay caught up, if not ahead on all of my homework and projects for this semester. I am determined to get straight A's. I know that I am capable of doing it as long as I put forth the effort. I have no excuse because I will be working less and am doing something that I love.

I am such a dork, but I love school and am so excited! I will definitely have to blog about the next 3 classes. Two on Tuesday and one on Wednesday. I also find out my placement for my internship tomorrow at a meeting. Hopefully I get something good!

Off to do some homework :)