Today was the first day at my new position as a teacher's aide, and I finally got to meet the teacher whom I am partnered with and felt at ease with my new colleague. This week consists of in-service training for all teachers and staff before we welcome back returning students and greet incoming freshmen for another year of learning.
During the opening statements by district officials and our high school principal, it became clear that I have entered into something very special. Our district is recognized by the state for an exemplary rating, and to my knowledge, we are the only district with that distinction in the state. Our school district's proficiency exam scores demonstrated the quality of the teaching staff and the lengths this school system is willing to go to to ensure the greatest chance of success for the students in our care. Except for one subject at the 11th grade level, the proficiency exams for the 8th and 11th grades increased from last year's scores and our district exceeded state and national score standards in 2 or 3 areas. Additionally, this school district continues to thrive, with 2 campuses and a transportation garage currently under construction and slated for use by the next school year. Two other structures are in the works for agricultural science and swimming, as well. All of this is necessary due to the burgeoning student body that continues to grow annually. Many parents in our vicinity are moving into this district just to get their children into our schools.
With everything that I've learned about this school system, I'm glad that my family is in this district. I know that I will be working beside highly qualified educators who truly care about the success of their students, and I know that my son will be receiving a good education. I hope that when I do become certified to teach, that I can remain with my school and serve its students in a capacity greater than I can currently provide. I'm glad I chose this path - I'm finally heading in the right direction.
During the opening statements by district officials and our high school principal, it became clear that I have entered into something very special. Our district is recognized by the state for an exemplary rating, and to my knowledge, we are the only district with that distinction in the state. Our school district's proficiency exam scores demonstrated the quality of the teaching staff and the lengths this school system is willing to go to to ensure the greatest chance of success for the students in our care. Except for one subject at the 11th grade level, the proficiency exams for the 8th and 11th grades increased from last year's scores and our district exceeded state and national score standards in 2 or 3 areas. Additionally, this school district continues to thrive, with 2 campuses and a transportation garage currently under construction and slated for use by the next school year. Two other structures are in the works for agricultural science and swimming, as well. All of this is necessary due to the burgeoning student body that continues to grow annually. Many parents in our vicinity are moving into this district just to get their children into our schools.
With everything that I've learned about this school system, I'm glad that my family is in this district. I know that I will be working beside highly qualified educators who truly care about the success of their students, and I know that my son will be receiving a good education. I hope that when I do become certified to teach, that I can remain with my school and serve its students in a capacity greater than I can currently provide. I'm glad I chose this path - I'm finally heading in the right direction.
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