Final Blog

I can't believe it-we are done! We made it! And today's interview was way more enjoyable than I anticipated! The mock interview provided great practice (although I treated it as the real deal) and the feedback I received was very helpful. I'm not too into talking myself up, but I was encouraged to focus on my educational accomplishments and while it may seem like bragging to me, it's what a interviewee needs to know! Overall, it was a very positive experience!

Ok friends- it's time to put it all together! I've gained so much knowledge, insight, and effective leadership tools! It's been fun, but I'm glad it's over! Good job, Me! Good job, You!

Capstone Reflection

As I worked on this assignment it was apparent that as educators in order to ensure that ALL children learn there are some important decisions that need to be made....first and foremost, being "real" about the sites current reality is the first step in moving our team in the right direction. Let's not sugar-coat anything: what's working? What isn't? Who's gaining from what we are doing, and who isn't? Let's face it, change isn't easy, but it's essential for continuous growth and improvement. We are so fortunate that at Oraze everything is "new" and everyone is changing together. New intervention program, new Avenues instruction program, new leadership, etc. Nothing is "the way it's always been done". It's a great opportunity for our staff to share our various experiences (from the different sites we all come from), to learn from one another, to challenge each other, to support one another and to ALWAYS hold tight to doing what's best for kids when making decisions (financcial, staffing, interventions, etc.) for the future of our students. If we are all open to change and progressing we'll be successful!