While I was at Smith Middle school, I met exceptional young individuals. As students, many either struggled or excelled in their respective courses. Some students had quiet personas while others were lively and energetic frequently moving around from seat to seat. In my reflections, I would highlight key moments with my students that impacted me. Furthermore, I would quote significant phrases or opinions the students voiced to me. following students during my tenure at Smith Middle School: Kevin, Carrington, Jalil, Anthony, and Maria. Each student had their own learning styles and demeanors. Not only was interacting with these students extremely informative, but our readings seemed to correlate with each experience in the classroom. In my
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Maria was very quiet and wasn’t always present when I had my field experience. Maria liked to sit by herself and as I talked to her she started to open up some more. Maria had some insecurities over her weight, but was an excellent student. I opened up to Maria about my biggest insecurity when I was her age, my teeth. I used to have buck teeth and would often avoid smiling so people wouldn’t see my teeth. I told Maria that the first step in getting over our insecurities is to love ourselves in spite of them. Maria would quietly do her work and would only ask for help from other girls. Additionally, she would only hang out with girls and in the presence of boys in the class, Maria would stay silent. Delpit impeccably noted the …show more content…
Each student left an incredible impact on me as I realized that there were still many systemic issues that persist in the educational system that I experienced and they continue to experience. I was also shocked at how accurate the readings correlated to what happens in real life. The research conducted by these educators gave an insightful, accurate picture of the school system for students. Finally, I am grateful I was able to connect on a personal and academic level with these students as it was an experience I will treasure
Maria was very quiet and wasn’t always present when I had my field experience. Maria liked to sit by herself and as I talked to her she started to open up some more. Maria had some insecurities over her weight, but was an excellent student. I opened up to Maria about my biggest insecurity when I was her age, my teeth. I used to have buck teeth and would often avoid smiling so people wouldn’t see my teeth. I told Maria that the first step in getting over our insecurities is to love ourselves in spite of them. Maria would quietly do her work and would only ask for help from other girls. Additionally, she would only hang out with girls and in the presence of boys in the class, Maria would stay silent. Delpit impeccably noted the …show more content…
Each student left an incredible impact on me as I realized that there were still many systemic issues that persist in the educational system that I experienced and they continue to experience. I was also shocked at how accurate the readings correlated to what happens in real life. The research conducted by these educators gave an insightful, accurate picture of the school system for students. Finally, I am grateful I was able to connect on a personal and academic level with these students as it was an experience I will treasure