1st Day Jitters

Today I began my ESOL lab experience at Oak Knoll Elementary with a full day. Almost every time I begin something new, I experience some nervousness, and today was no different. However, Ms. Stephens was very gracious and allowed me about an hour and a half to look over the curriculum for the lessons I'll be planning. This time helped me to gain a better grasp of my responsibilities for the next four weeks. I was all ready to go back into the ESOL classroom, but since they are finishing up some testing (and I'm not authorized to be in there at that time) she sent me to Ms. Guthrie's classroom! I know Nikki from going to school together, so it was a nice experience. I was told to push-in and work in whatever capacity she needed me. The rest of the day was filled mostly with observation and some assistance during group time. She has about 7 EL's in her class so I was afforded plenty of opportunities to work with those students today. The rest of my week will be spent in this class and next week I will be allowed back into Ms. Stephen's room. This week will be a good time for me to plan lessons and do other lab tasks... as long as I stay focused!