This program has made me reflect upon how much I have grown. I come from parents that have elementary and middle school backgrounds at best from another country. Being the first to go to college in my family, I think I have set a good example that anything is possible with some effort.
I have enjoyed being a part of a diverse cohort when it comes to grade level and experience. My cohort members teach in middle and upper grades, where I am in elementary. My group's varying experience really helps me see the progression to where my students need to be in skill performance by the time they get to middle and high school.
I look forward to working with my cohort towards completing our capstone. I think that all members are professional, responsible, yet humorous and easy going. These characteristics that our group has, has contributed to a positive cohesion , and I am confident that we will complete this program in a successful way.