I have done Reading centers for the past 6 years. My school was an ELFA (Ensuring Literacy for All) school for a few years and it was mandatory. Although I loved being able to teach my students for 15 minutes on their level each day, I didn't see the results I wanted to see with this group.
When discussing this with my literacy/math coach she suggested that I do centers all day with my homeroom because of the vast ability levels. I researched Reading workshops and adapted it to meet my needs and the needs of my students.
I decided to use it for my afternoon class, too, because it is a very strong group. I knew this would help them grow even more, because I am able to challenge them more.
I had my formal observation last week, and was absolutely AMAZED with the questions that the students asked. When my principal asked how I thought it went, my response was that I thought it couldn't have gone much better! The students did everything they always do and we got an awesome score!
It takes a lot of planning and getting used to, but I am so excited to see the results of my students and share what goes on in my classroom each day! I will be posting an overall view of my day and details about each center later in the week. Until then....
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