nap & caffeine = blogging

Can I just say whom ever came up with "I before E except after C" was full of shit. I hate stupid little tricks that get stuck in your head and they are wrong. Like in elementary we learn that 7<6 means that 7 eats 6 = 7 is larger than 6. But in applied math that means that 7 is less than 6. Just as caffeine is ei and there is no c.

Note to self: Research all tips you give to your students

So I am done my classes for my first 1st semester. I have a few assignments that still need to be done but I am done classes. I start my practicum on Monday. I am going to Joe A Ross (the school on the reserve). I am nervous but excited. Nervous mainly because I am the only student going there so I am on my own. But excited also because I am the only student going there so I'm on my own.

I spent the last 2 days partaking in a conference at UCN. There were session on our Education program and how it will be received. I have to admit I was alittle proud to be part of a totally new program. A program that is progressive and promotes change within our current education system. Our program is based on a holistic learning model called The Kenanow Learning Model. I can't compare our program to other programs because I have never been in another education program. But I can say that I feel the content is engaging and relevant. I feel connected to my peers which now I consider friends and instructors. I feel the program promotes fostering good relationships.

I never felt that at U of M. I was always disconnected from the university community. I can't blame others for that. It was me. I was not motivated nor interested. I took courses because I had to not because I wanted to. I attended courses when I felt like it and usually didn't want to be there. I don't feel that way at all anymore.

Granted I get mad at my teachers and sometimes don't want to be there. But it's a love/hate relationship. In the end I usually get over the hate. But I am not apathetic. I care about loving and hating :)

Part of the learning process is finding out who we are. I believe I well on my way. I have great role models. I am encouraged daily by my parents. I am learning all the time. I blessed to be able to spend all day learning and be able to come home and ask more questions and continue to learn. My instructors have their quirks but they both demonstrate passion. I appreciate that. I admire motivation, ambition and passion. My classmates are great. We all come from different backgrounds; culture, demographics and education. We all have something to offer. I lucked out this semester with a strong focus on Aboriginal issues, Psychology and L.A but next semester I am in for a change. I am not worried though because I am surrounded by intelligent friends eager to assist.

I have to admit that as happy as I am that this semester is over I am alittle sad at how fast it went. I am glad that I'll be with the same people again.

Okay enough mushy crap I need to attempt to sleep. I have another busy day tomorrow. We are decorating for Festival of Trees.