Mary Catherine Foster

I am a second-year Special Education major at Austin Peay State University.

[Mary Catherine Foster @MrsMaryCFoster]

A5: Of the programs available, I would probably go for the Math just because it's something I excel at and another degree path I considered before I decided on SPED. I'd love to keep it as a back-up plan #ap3040

[Mary Catherine Foster @MrsMaryCFoster]

A4: I've actually thought about not entering a K-12 school and going straight into the field of Early Childhood Intervention. I feel like working for TEIS or CCR&R would be my next go to. #ap3040

[Mary Catherine Foster @MrsMaryCFoster]

A2: I feel like making the classroom environment better supplied would help not only new teachers, but students too. I know budgeting is a huge issue and money can't just appear, but having the community engaged in and supporting the classroom could be a huge benefit. #ap3040

[Mary Catherine Foster @MrsMaryCFoster]

A1: I feel like most teachers become overwhelmed with the high demand of the job. Not having enough classroom support also plays a huge factor. #ap3040

[Mary Catherine Foster @MrsMaryCFoster]

I'm Mary-Catherine and I don't get to watch TV much unless it's cartoons with my 3 year old. So I guess Pj Masks?? #ap3040

[Mary Catherine Foster @MrsMaryCFoster]

A7: Compassionate, Involved, and Enthusiastic. A teacher's attitude about learning can have a HUGE impact on the students' attitudes. #ap3040

[Mary Catherine Foster @MrsMaryCFoster]

A6: Unorganized, uncertain, and unclear. When a teacher isn't even sure what the assignment is, students can't be expected to either. Unfortunately, this describes one of my current professors. #ap3040

[Mary Catherine Foster @MrsMaryCFoster]

A5: My fifth grade science teacher was amazing at Differentiated Instruction. Although there were certain topics that had to be done through lecture, she made sure to include as many fun games, video clips, group assignments, and interactive activities as possible. #ap3040

[Mary Catherine Foster @MrsMaryCFoster]

A4: Don't allow students to be too involved in your personal life. Although you want to maintain a relationship with students, they aren't your peers or friends. The main focus of the classroom should be on their education and developing as individuals. #ap3040

[Mary Catherine Foster @MrsMaryCFoster]

A3: 4/4 From there, the teacher's main role is to be a support person that the child can feel safe talking to about any problems or concerns they have and assist them in seeking the proper guidance. #ap3040

[Mary Catherine Foster @MrsMaryCFoster]

A3: 3/4 A first step is to notify the parents of the child's behavior and assist them in seeking help and diagnosis for the child if they haven't already done so. The school guidance counselor can be an excellent starting resource. #ap3040

[Mary Catherine Foster @MrsMaryCFoster]

A3: 2/4 They also need reassurance that their condition doesn't have to have a negative impact and that they aren't at fault for whatever caused their condition. #ap3040

[Mary Catherine Foster @MrsMaryCFoster]

A3: 1/4 The most important tools when helping someone with a mental health condition are knowledge, resources, and support. Some children may not realize they have a condition, so it is vital that they understand what is going on and how they can seek help. #ap3040

[Mary Catherine Foster @MrsMaryCFoster]

A1: Students need to feel safe and comfortable in their learning environment. Establishing a positive relationship can help students to feel safe and comfortable in your classroom and take some unnecessary stress out of their school day. #ap3040

[Mary Catherine Foster @MrsMaryCFoster]

My name is Mary-Catherine and I have absolutely no plans for spring bereak. #ap3040

[Mary Catherine Foster @MrsMaryCFoster]

A5: Most likely not. I know my students won't be able to participate in any sort of online resource. It has potential for parent-teacher communication, but I have more appropriate and helpful resources for that. #ap3040

[Mary Catherine Foster @MrsMaryCFoster]

A4:It could be used to send reminders of upcoming tests or other announcements for both parents and students. It could also be used to post review questions or other educational topics, that way they will be exposed to the content in a more familiar way outside of class. #ap3040

[Mary Catherine Foster @MrsMaryCFoster]

A3: I've always despised Twitter for personal use, but now I'm starting to see the potential it has to connect educators with their community and resources for their classroom. I'm still not entirely convinced I'd see myself using Twitter in the future. #ap3040

[Mary Catherine Foster @MrsMaryCFoster]

A2: Google has recently become my best friend. It is a great jumping off point for anything and everything I might need to research. Google Docs also makes it easy for my peers and I to share notes and ideas in our classes. #ap3040

[Mary Catherine Foster @MrsMaryCFoster]

A1: Having a PLN can be a great way to connect with other educators as well as parents and other members of the community. #ap3040