Field Study 1 - Observation and Participation

  A Day of Learning and Celebration: Preparing for the Christmas Party This day brought a welcomed change of pace a more relaxed and festive atmosphere as we began preparing for the upcoming Christmas party for the students. The morning started with the familiar routine of recalling previous lessons, ensuring that despite the excitement building around the celebration, the students remained grounded in their academic work. This balance between maintaining educational continuity and acknowledging the special occasions that bring joy to children's lives demonstrated an important aspect of teaching: the ability to honor both learning objectives and the moments that make childhood memorable. The recall session went smoothly, and I could sense the students' anticipation for the festivities to come, yet they remained engaged and participatory in reviewing what they had learned. After the morning class concluded, I experienced one of those spontaneous, heartwarming moments that make...

  Another Day of Observation: Assessment as a Tool for Differentiation The morning began with a valuable opportunity to observe the entire class as they engaged in a lesson about the letter J. From my observation post, I watched as students sat attentively, their eyes focused on the teacher as she guided them through the various sounds, words, and formations associated with this new letter. Some students eagerly raised their hands to share words that began with J, while others listened carefully, absorbing the information at their own pace. This observation allowed me to witness the diverse ways children engage with literacy instruction some are vocal and participatory, others are quiet but equally engaged, and each brings their own learning style to the classroom. Watching the lesson unfold provided insight into how a skilled educator captures and maintains young learners' attention while introducing foundational literacy concepts. After the morning observation, my mentor entrus...

  Connecting Through Movement and Moments Day 23 brought another valuable opportunity for observation, though this time my role extended beyond simply watching from the sidelines. I was entrusted with the responsibility of checking papers from previous activities, a task that provided me with deeper insight into each student's progress and understanding. As I carefully reviewed their work, I could see the evidence of their learning journey some showed remarkable growth, others revealed areas where additional support might be needed, and all reflected the unique ways each child approaches and processes information. This behind-the-scenes work of assessment reminded me that teaching involves not just delivering lessons, but also thoughtfully evaluating student progress to inform future instruction. During the break, I had the pleasure of engaging in informal conversations with my students, those precious unstructured moments that often reveal more about children than formal classro...

A New Classroom, A World of Sounds December 9th, 2025, marked Day 22 and brought an exciting shift in my teaching journey. After following our familiar morning routine, I transitioned to a different learning environment as part of our weekly rotation through all the kindergarten classrooms. This time, I found myself in Miss Rosalie's class, ready to observe a new teaching style and interact with a fresh group of eager young learners. The rotation system offers invaluable exposure to different classroom management approaches, teaching methodologies, and student dynamics each classroom its own unique ecosystem of learning. The day's lesson focused on an engaging and practical topic: identifying different sounds in the environment. From my observation post, I watched as Miss Rosalie skillfully guided her students through an auditory exploration of the world around them. The children were remarkably engaged, their enthusiasm evident as they raised their hands eagerly to share what ...

   Lahug Elementary School | December 4, 2025 Meeting Students Where They Are The class began with the comforting familiarity of our morning routine, a consistency that provides structure and security for young learners as they transition into the school day. The predictable flow of prayer, energizers, and greetings had become a cherished ritual that set the stage for the learning ahead. However, this day would bring me back to one of the most rewarding aspects of teaching the opportunity to provide targeted, individualized support to students who need it most. Once again, I was entrusted with the important responsibility of conducting one-on-one sessions with two students who had fallen behind in their lessons. Working individually with these children allowed me to meet them exactly where they were in their learning journey, without the pressure or distraction of keeping pace with the larger group. I could slow down, repeat concepts as many times as needed, and adjust my expl...

   Lahug Elementary School | December 3, 2025  The Power of Observation and Repetition December 3rd, 2025, brought a different kind of learning experience for me one centered entirely on observation. With no specific tasks assigned to me for the day, I had the valuable opportunity to step back and watch the classroom dynamics unfold naturally. Teacher Jovelyn chose to revisit and reinforce the previous day's lesson, demonstrating an important pedagogical principle that young learners often need multiple exposures to truly grasp new concepts. What might seem like simple repetition to an adult is actually a crucial building block in a child's educational foundation. From my vantage point as an observer, I gained insights that active participation sometimes doesn't allow. I noticed the subtle ways Teacher Jovelyn adjusted her teaching approach based on student responses, the patterns of engagement among different learners, and how repetition actually revealed deeper understa...

   Lahug Elementary School | December 2, 2025 Observing Excellence and Supporting Learning December 2nd, 2025 in the classroom, and the morning began with our established 7 AM routine that the students had grown to love and expect. As the children settled into their day, I took on the important administrative task of checking attendance, marking who was present and ensuring we accounted for every student. This responsibility gave me a clear overview of our classroom community for the day and helped Teacher Jovelyn plan her instruction accordingly. The heart of the day's learning centered around the letter "J," with Teacher Jove leading an engaging and dynamic lesson that truly captured the students' attention. From my observation point, I watched as the children eagerly participated in the games and activities designed to help them master this new letter. The energy in the room was palpable hands shot up enthusiastically, voices called out answers, and faces lit up wi...

   Lahug Elementary School | December 1, 2025 A Day in the Classroom: Teaching and Learning Together December 1st, 2025, began like many mornings in our classroom with the sound of young voices joining together in prayer at 7 AM, followed by energizing activities to wake up minds and bodies for the day ahead. After our warm greetings, Teacher Jovelyn led the class through a recall session, reviewing the previous lesson to ensure everyone was on the same page. The familiar routine set a positive tone for the learning journey that lay ahead, creating a structured environment where students could feel secure and ready to engage. During this session, I was given a special responsibility: providing one-on-one instruction to two students who had been absent from the previous class. Working individually with each child, I guided them through the fundamental skill of writing their names a milestone moment in any young learner's educational journey. The personalized attention allowed m...