One by one they jumped in to share their little writers' success stories. Some read students' writings they had bought. I could sense the enthusiasm and excitement building up in their voices. I could feel their sense of pride in the air. Chills ran down my spine, when for a second, I reflected upon the fact, that this was the same group of teachers from last year. What had made the difference?
My heart filled, at the realization that, "I had made the difference!" I started with one teacher willing to open her classroom door to me. We co-taught for six weeks and experienced success with our students. The word spread. Then, it was two teachers. By January it was half of the grade level. This year it was the rest of the grade level. Today, almost in unison, they echoed their praises to our collaboration, planning, and hard work at building relationships. They echoed their praises at excellent teaching! The winners? Ultimately, our students! The children! Success breeds success! Coaching through co-teaching works!
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