experience. I was able to see how she incorporated hard to discuss topics in her classroom, while also keeping it age appropriate. Morgan constantly pushed her students to be the best they can be, but was always willing to help them if they needed it. The time I spent in her classroom is something I can never forget. Seeing how smart and willing to learn the students were to learn is something I hope I am able to complete in my classroom. Beyond the culture in Morgan's classroom, the culture in Boltz Middle School shows how much they want their students to succeed. Seeing how the administration knows most of the kids' first names, how they constantly have resources that students can use when needed and care about teacher success in and out of the classroom, makes me want to work in a school that has employers care about me and my students.

    While my second phase experience was cut short because of COVID-19, I am so happy I was able to experience Boltz Middle School. Moving on into my third phase, I am wanting to push myself more to work with students and collaborate with my mentor teacher. While I know that I am constantly growing and changing as a future educator, Boltz has given me so much as I continue to move forward.