Miss Possehl

Pick 5 - VTFT
June 2, 2017
Advice for Future VTFT Students

Virginia Teachers for Tomorrow can be summarized by one word adventure. It is a

terrific exploration into the world of teaching if that is what you may wish to pursue. However, it
is also a learning experience no matter what you choose to take this course for. Some ideas I
personally had going into this course were:
Learning psychology about kids how they learn and perceive things
Spending time with adolescents of my age group that had similar interests as me,
as well as kids that I would soon adore
Exploring if my dream of being a teacher was meant to be or if it should be
behind FBI Behavioral Analyst
See kids in a more structural setting compared to babysitting or other settings
To enjoy a class in a high school setting that actually teaches me real life
applications.
The fact is I accomplished ALL these expectations and more. I pushed beyond my limits
and stood in front of two different panels of judges for two different competitions and
actually exceled in the competitions. We went on many observations and got to interact
with each age group to determine what level of education we would like to intern for. If
you like field trips and visiting numerous schools other than your own you are in for a
treat, we go to colleges for symposium, numerous school for the observations, and even
through my internship I went to the planetarium at another school.
It is a terrific but rigorous work load. Make sure you stay organized and support
your self throughout the year. Every big thing you do, reflect on your experience as soon
as possible because you never want to get behind and forget important details.
During class you will create a notebook this notebook is a binder that Mrs. F
organizes and creates for you basically. She will provide you with materials and
assignments to fill this and keep it organized and up to date. Pay attention and listen to
instructions and your binder will stay well done. Until interning starts you will need this
every day! She will work with you and also give open notebook assessments, however,
she will not pity you if you forget it. Although, it might create funny jokes it will still not
help you she will not feel sorry for you if your dog eats your homework, or ninjas
steal it.
Remember your badge every class period after you receive it. Think you need it?
Bring it. Think you do not need it? You do, so just bring it. Have no clue? Guess what?
Just bring your badge. Put it somewhere you will remember, a place that will ensure it
will be brought every internship/B-day. I promise this will not only please Mrs. F, but
make your life a million times easier.
I know if you are taking Advanced Placement classes how hard it will become,
but I promise you will make it.
If you love kids prepared to still be annoyed and tested. This is a school setting
not a typical relaxed place where you might typically love each other. However, if you
truly evaluate yourself and choose a good subject and grade level, I promise you will
become attached. I had 23 students and I ended up spending 55 dollars to give them each
a goodie bag. My cooperating teacher, Mrs. J., got a basket with teaching and organizing
materials. You will be required to give a card to the teacher but the reward given back of
saying goodbye on a happier notw is so much better.

Master Copy of RULES and ADVICE:

Everyday VTFT Class:
1. Come in everyday with a good attitude. Even if your day has been terrible, this
class is or soon will be a family; let them in.
2. Dont deflate peoples balloon (if you do not understand you soon will).
3. Bring your notebook.
4. Do every reflection it will help you at the end of the year
5. Come prepared, honestly this is such an easy fun course, you just need to apply
yourself a little bit.
6. Remember to be yourself. Mrs. F and the VTFT family will love you or at least
encourage you as many ways as possible.
7. BRING BADGE!
Internship:
8. BRING BADGE!!
9. Love your students and teacher, if you dont talk to your instructor, Mrs. F she
will help you
10. Keep up to date with lesson plans
11. Keep up to date with deadlines this will prepare you for college any way (:
12. Keep those blogs uploaded (:
13. Have fun HONESTLY if you open yourself up to new possibilities, new
possibilities open up for you
14. Do not dress like a bum during internship Mrs. F will despise it and teachers
will not respect you
15. Start planning your goodbyes and gifts early on it will be hard just remember
the amazing adventure you had with your very first class!! (: