Professionalism: Evidence Item #5
Item Name:
USATF Level 1 & Google Level 1 Certifications
Description of Item:
These are the certifications for completing both the USATF Level 1 and Google Level 1 certifications.
Reflection:
Not only do I strive to develop rapport in the classroom, but I also push myself to improve rapport outside as well. In the summer of 2016, I wanted to become a better Track & Field coach by earning my Level 1 USATF coaching certification in New Jersey, That Spring, both the girls and boys won section titles, and the boys came within 10 points of winning the first WPIAL team title in school history. I'm not saying the certification was the reason behind this, but I definitely changed up my coaching philosophies to adjust and adapt more to that year's athletes, and they all peaked at the right times.
In the summer of 2017, I got really into teaching using Google apps, especially Google Drive, so I became Google certified. That school year, 2017-2018, was one of the best of my career when it came to using Google in and outside of the classroom. I'm truly excited that Derry Area is becoming a Google 1:1 school next year - and I look forward to being one of the go-to professionals for the entire district.
In the summer of 2017, I got really into teaching using Google apps, especially Google Drive, so I became Google certified. That school year, 2017-2018, was one of the best of my career when it came to using Google in and outside of the classroom. I'm truly excited that Derry Area is becoming a Google 1:1 school next year - and I look forward to being one of the go-to professionals for the entire district.
Context & Date Used:
2016 - 2018; Ongoing