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Week 1 - Introduction




Hey everyone! My name is Melissa. I am a Kindergarten teacher for Big Rapids Public Schools.  I am about to complete my tenth year teaching. I taught first grade for four years and now it's been almost six teaching Kindergarten. I am just four classes away from obtaining my Masters Degree in EDU Tech. I am so excited about this course in particular because I'll get to play and experiment. As educators, we don't often get that kind of time. I learn best through hands on experiences. I am also excited to be able to share some of the things I learn about various multimedia resources with my fellow teachers. I am definitely concerned about juggling the first six weeks of this course with the last six weeks of the school year. However, a little time management, organization and of course a little anxiety will get me through. 😜
I am looking forward to collaborating with and learning from you all throughout the next eight weeks. 

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  1. UnknownMay 1, 2017 at 8:21 PM

    Hi Melissa! Congrats on being so close to done with your Masters!! How exciting! I too share similar worries with the business of the end of the year, but we always find a way don't we? :). Do you enjoy kindergarten more than first grade? I look forward to learning and collaborating with you! Wishing you a successful and smooth end to the year!

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    1. M. ScheibleMay 2, 2017 at 5:29 PM

      Honestly, there are both good and bad things with both grade levels. With Kindergarten I always say the first 30 days are pretty much miserable as far as getting kiddos into the school routine and learning how to actually function in school. However, it is also INCREDIBLE the growth you see in kids in Kindergarten.
      I am looking forward to working with you as well Jaclyn!

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  2. NikkiMay 7, 2017 at 8:47 PM

    Congratulations on being so close to finishing your masters! I just finished the required reading class and have a new level of respect for you kindergarten teachers -- I don't know how you do all that you do in such a short amount of time. Cheers!

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