Final Reflection

The past four weeks have been a whirlwind of work, learning, and community. I feel like this experience has made me a better and more confident writer. This is important because I can share my writing with my students and they will see me as a writer, not just a music teacher. I have also learned many ways to incorporate writing into my classroom in ways that will enhance students' learning. I have gained an appreciation for the unique challenges faced by teachers at different grade levels and in different content areas. And I have benefited from their knowledge and insight into effective teaching practices and writing ideas. I feel like a more rounded and connected person because of the last four weeks. Thank you, facilitators, for guiding our learning. Thank you, other teachers, for being great listeners, writing advisors, and friends.