In relationship to real world experiences that have aided in my ability to be successful in field experiences, I have gained knowledge for successful student learning through participation in the Partners in Education program at Waco I.S.D. Through my previous employment at Oak Farms Dairy, I was afforded the opportunity to be the liaison for the company to partner with Provident Heights Elementary. Over the span of 15 years, I spent time in the school participating in various endeavors. First of all, during Red Ribbon Week, I the company provided drug awareness booklets and I would visit the classrooms and read-aloud to students. In addition, on several occasions I participated in their career day festivities by speaking to the students
