At the University of Michigan, I took a course called Ann Arbor Language Partnership (A2LP) where I was able to work with a partner and teach Spanish classes to third grade students. This provided an introduction to critical elements of teaching such as lesson planning and classroom management. A2LP, in cumulation with the informative, encouraging, and supportive events provided in TEPA, helped me make my final decision to pursue a teaching degree. TEPA was a program that helped me gain more confidence in my potential of becoming a successful educator. Now, I am teaching overseas at an international school in Bahrain!

Although the field of education can be difficult at times, there is something so beautiful and fulfilling in knowing that each day I have another chance to share love and wisdom with my students in hopes that they one day also achieve their dreams just as I have begun to. The world of teaching is changing, and I believe that people are beginning to see the importance and need of the work we do. So, do not give up, and always remember why you want to become a teacher. Let that be the fuel that allows you to push through, and the fruit from it will be more than you can imagine. All the best, and GO BLUE!