Teaching practice-phase 2-week - 3

DAY - 9

17 November 2025

Today marked my 9th day at NGPM, Venchempu, and it was a day defined by flexibility.

The day began promptly at 9:10 AM. There is something grounding about the morning routine in a school; from 9:35 to 9:40 AM, the air was filled with the sound of students in prayer. It’s a brief window of collective calm before the academic day truly kicks into gear.

I was scheduled for the second period with Class VIII.C, but as any educator knows, the school calendar is full of surprises. With students away for NCC meetings and preparations for district-level competitions, my formal teaching session was put on hold. While I didn't get to deliver my planned lesson, seeing the students' dedication to their extracurricular commitments is a reminder that learning happens just as much outside the classroom as it does inside.

The middle of my day was defined by "stepping in." I took on substitution roles for two different classes, guiding VIII.A through their Social Science texts and overseeing an English reading session for IX.C. These periods offer a chance to interact with different age groups and observe how students engage with independent study.

By 3:40 PM, the final bell echoed through the halls. As I signed out and left the school, I felt a sense of gratitude for the journey so far.

DAY - 10

18 November 2025

On November 18, 2025, I completed my 10th day at NGPM Venchempu, and it was a day that perfectly illustrated the balance between quiet preparation and active engagement.

I arrived at school by 9:15 AM, just in time to hear the students' beautiful morning prayer between 9:35 and 9:40 AM. Since I didn't have any classes scheduled for the first five periods, I dedicated that block of time to my behind-the-scenes work: refining lesson plans and organizing teaching aids. It’s during these quiet hours that the foundation for a successful lesson is really built.

My teaching took center stage during the 6th period. I taught a lesson on the "parts of a line" and incorporated various activities to bring the concept to life. It was incredibly rewarding to see the students jump into group discussions and tackle the activities with such energy. The learners showed genuine enthusiasm and interest in solving problems throughout the entire class, which is exactly the kind of momentum every teacher hopes for.

The day wrapped up as usual at 3:40 PM when the final bell rang. As I signed out and left the school, I felt energized by the students' participation and ready for what the next ten days will bring.

DAY - 11

19 November 2025

Today marked Day 11 and brought a different pace. After arriving at 9:15 AM and attending the morning prayer, my schedule was filled with substitutions. I instructed Class IX.A in Social Science and later sat in with VIII.A. I also had a substitution with 8B during the 5th period, where I guided them through their English textbooks.

During my scheduled 6th-period class with VIII.C, I found that most students were out for practice. Instead of a new lesson, I took the opportunity to revise the previous topic with those present. I used my remaining free periods effectively to prepare more lesson plans and teaching aids. Both days wrapped up at 3:40 PM when the final bell rang and I signed out, feeling more settled into the school routine with each passing hour.

DAY - 12

20 November 2025

The momentum continued into November 20, Day 12, which turned out to be a significant milestone in professional growth. After the usual morning routine and a first period dedicated to preparation, a new topic was introduced at 10:30 AM: the "parts of a triangle". Similar to the previous geometry lesson, the students were highly collaborative, participating in group work and showing a strong interest in the subject matter.

The highlight of Day 12 was an optional observation conducted by Sree lekshmi Miss. Having an experienced educator observe the session provided a valuable perspective on the student-teacher experience. Each of these days concluded at 3:40 PM, leaving a sense of accomplishment as the routines of the school become more familiar.

DAY - 13

21 November 2025

The week concluded on November 21 (Day 13) by tackling complex problems related to triangles. After a morning dedicated to preparing teaching aids, the 4th period with VIII.C at 12:05 PM became a hub of activity. The learners remained deeply engaged in group-based problem-solving, solidifying their understanding of the week's geometric concepts. Every day consistently ended at 3:40 PM with the final bell, marking the completion of another successful chapter in this teaching journey.