Where the Sidewalk Ends: Teaching in Florida

Today was my first day at Celebration School. Hannah and I woke up bright and early and got ready. We packed our backpacks, yes backpacks, because we rode our bikes to school! Our host mom got up with us because she wanted to take first day of school picture for us! The school is only about a mile away so the ride took a little less than 5 minutes.

We walked into the school and were welcomed by the assistant principal. We met our supervisor, talked about the school and what we're going to be doing, and were off to meet our teachers and see the place! I love the school. It's divided into different buildings called "prides" that have four classrooms in them and a center open area for group work and parent help. Parental involvement is huge within this community. My classroom is so nice. I am going to have a classroom full of 17 gifted students and can't wait to meet them tomorrow! The curriculum is different in Florida. Teachers are given weekly plans to follow that are mandated by the district. I'm excited for this new experience and learning more about the state education system here!