This time around, patience is the word to keep in mind...
The fourth graders have had enough of this after school program. As an observer I can tell they do not want to be there and the only reason they are their is because their mother of grandmother signed the form. So many times I just wanted to speak with the students and let them know the change they are making in the program by being there. But since I am just an observer, I cannot interact with the students.
Hopefully, next week or the week after, I will be able to work with the students and provide my support and guidance. Being that I have worked in this school before, I know some of the students and made personal connections with them. I need to let them know that they are making a difference and impacting the first graders in some way.
Until next week...
Jasmin,
ReplyDeleteIt is too bad that you cannot speak to the students, that must be hard. Sometimes being an observer is hard cause you want to assist but you are not allowed to. I also think sometimes observing is a good thing cause you can watch how others respond to situations and maybe learn tools that may be helpful to you in the future. The other benefit you may gain is learning what is not effective, and this may help you from making similar mistakes in the future. Good Luck.