Year End Reflection Linky

I am linking up with Michelle from Big Time Literacy to reflect on my school year.

Best Memories

-Mystery Skype

-Measurement Olympics

-Author Celebration

-Science Day

Missed Opportunities

My home school district hosts a literacy conference every February.  Unfortunately I was unable to go due to a prior commitment and I REALLY wish I had gone.  Based off the tweets I saw, it looks like it was a fantastic day of learning.  

Game Changers

This year I really dove into math workshop.  I saw a lot of growth in my students.  

I followed this structure:

-Number Talk/Opener

-Mini Lesson

-Work Time

-Reflection/Sharing

I also took more risks with technology in the classroom.  There is always so much to learn, but I am glad I embraced new opportunities.

I became a member of #CompelledTribe, a group of teachers who commit to blogging consistently about specific topics.  Thank you Craig for hosting this group and encouraging me to always reflect and refine my teaching practice.

Lastly, I became a member of The Reading Crew.  They have helped me with my literacy instruction.

Focus

This school year I improved my writer's workshop.  I like to follow Lucy Calkins and specifically focused on making more engaging mini lessons.

Forgot

Nothing that comes to mind?

Reflections

Between my district, Twitter account, and teaching blog, I built a strong PLN.  Their support, feedback, and ideas kept me going.  I also participated in weekly Twitter chats and even moderated a chat.  I feel that I grew a lot as a teacher this school year from my experiences and my students benefitted from this growth.  I am excited to see where the next school year takes me.

My Summer Goals

I am joining Monica's link up to talk about summer goals.  She is hosting a weekly summer link up that I am excited to be a part of.  Although it seems like everyone else is counting down the days until summer, my last day was Thursday and it was very bittersweet.  I taught a fantastic group of students and I will miss them.  Since I am job hunting right now, I certainly hope my next adventure will be a great fit for me.

Rest and Recharge

During the school year, it feels like we are constantly going at lightning speed.  So far I have enjoyed extra sleep and me time. 

Blogger Meet Up

In June I will be joining other Ohio bloggers for a meet up in Cincinnati.  I haven't met any of them yet and am looking forward to hanging out.

Traveling

My college roommates live in Dayton and Cincinnati so I plan on making weekend trips to see them.  I am grateful that they are just a short car ride away right now.

The rest of my college friends live in Chicago.  I plan on flying out at some point.  

My mom's side of the family goes to Hilton Head Island every 4th of July so I am really hoping that I am able to join this year.  By far my favorite family vacation.

Reading

Summer is a great time to explore additional professional reads.  Some teacher bloggers are hosting linky parties for specific books that I plan on joining.  I love the collaboration and reflection portion of it since we are able to discuss how this transfer will occur in the classroom.

Sunshine

I enjoy spending time outside- especially on my porch and deck.  I will also be able to have a more consistent work out schedule.

Tutoring

I tutor students in Kindergarten-Third Grade.  So far I have about 6 students on my caseload for the summer.  

What are your summer plans?  I am looking forward to blogging more consistently.