Week 7 - Halfway Mark!

And just like that my cohort members and I are halfway through our student teaching experience! It's crazy to believe that in just a few months we'll be walking at graduation. But before that - there is so much more to experience and learn! Here are some highlights from National FFA Week at Penn Manor:

Hoss's Night!

Meet Your State Officer event at Hoss's: On Tuesday a group of us (#girlsnightout) went to Hoss's to enjoy an evening of FFA friendship! Our evening was full of all-you-can-eat soup/salad/ice cream and many laughs. It was my first time going to Hoss's for Meet Your State Officer night and I really enjoyed it.

Teacher Appreciation Luncheon: Every year the Manor FFA chapter hosts a luncheon for teachers and students to thank them for their support of the program. FFA members were a part of every aspect of hosting the luncheon - students roasted a pig, made pulled pork, made homemade ice cream, set up the room, served food, and more. It was awesome to see so many teachers come to the luncheon, and there were many teachers who said that this is a day they look forward to all year. It just goes to show the importance of giving and expressing thanks and that it doesn't go unnoticed.

Teacher Appreciation Luncheon

Awards Night: Manor FFA members have the opportunity to apply for various chapter awards each year, and interviews are one component of the award application process. On Thursday evening, community members volunteered their time to serve as interviewers for the various award categories, and students rotated through and interviewed for each award they applied for. I got to sit in on the proficiency award interviews and I was amazed at what these students are accomplishing through their SAE projects. It was a great opportunity for students to start developing their interviewing skills, and I enjoyed seeing the community come together to make this event happen.