Today felt endless.
Even Rex offered me some counselling today:
Long story short; inclusive classrooms are at the point of failure. Although the classroom appeared to on occasion benefit Special Education students, the mainstreamed students appear to suffer. Because of this, the classroom is a difficult place. I'm also slowly realizing how much of a joke our education system it. The "No child left behind act" is a sorry excuse for a failing education system. If a student doesn't understand the content in a 5th grade classroom because they are at a 3rd grade reading level... Why are they going on to 6th grade next year?
These are just little frustrations that come to light when you are situated in the environment.
But at the end of the day all we can do is pick ourselves up and prepare for tomorrow.
Yes, Eric, policy & administrative decisions do affect your classroom as a teacher....presenting good & challenging situations...but our focus as teachers each day is our students and how to help them learn something significant each day to further them along on life's road...:) Hang in there.. I know you can make a difference in that classroom.
ReplyDeleteHey Eric, I like your honesty. I understand that there are many flaws and loopholes in our education system today, but I'm sure if you continue to be a leading example for your students and those around you, you will impact them in great ways. Hang in there and I hope you will grow during your time there. I look forward to hearing about your class. Good luck!!
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