Teaching practice-phase 2-week - 4
DAY - 14
24 November 2025
Today marked my 14th day of teaching practice at NGPM, Venchempu, and it was one of those days that reminds me exactly why I chose this path. I reached the school by 9:15 AM, just in time to hear the students lead a beautiful prayer at 9:35 AM. There is a certain stillness in those few minutes that perfectly sets the stage for the busy day ahead.
My main session today was during the 6th period with Class VIII.C, where we dived into a brand-new chapter: Circle Measures. We focused specifically on the diameter, and I was thrilled to see how well the students responded. Instead of just taking notes, they engaged actively in group discussions and hands-on activities. Seeing their enthusiasm and genuine interest in solving problems throughout the class made the lesson feel like a real success.
The later part of the day provided some much-needed free periods, which I used to focus on self-reflection and the "behind-the-scenes" work of teaching. I spent that time preparing detailed lesson plans and creative teaching aids for my upcoming classes to ensure I keep this momentum going. By the time the final bell rang at 3:40 PM and I signed out, I felt a deep sense of satisfaction. It was a productive, heart-filling day in the classroom.
DAY - 15
25 November 2025
November 25, 2025, marked the 15th day of my teaching practice at NGPM, Venchempu, and it was a day defined by a mix of steady routine and significant milestones. The morning began with a substitution period for class V.C. I used the time to engage the students with their Social Science texts, instructing them to read through the material before following up with a series of questions to gauge their understanding. It was a productive start that set a focused tone for the hours ahead.
The highlight of the day arrived during the 6th period at 2:05 PM. This was when I conducted my first formal Diagnostic Test. I chose to focus on "Changing Ratios" from the larger Ratios chapter. It was incredibly encouraging to see the students tackle the problems with confidence; most of them answered the questions correctly, which gave me a great sense of relief and pride in their progress.
As the afternoon wound down, I took on another substitution, this time with class IX.A. Similar to the morning session, we focused on Social Science, and the students were attentive as they read and responded to my questions. By the time 3:40 PM rolled around, I signed out for the day and left the school, feeling a quiet satisfaction in the steady growth I’m seeing in both my students and my own teaching journey.
DAY - 16
26 November 2025
Today was the 16th day of my teaching practice at NGPM, Venchempu, and it was a day that perfectly illustrated the need for both flexibility and preparation in a school setting. I arrived at 9:15 am, and the morning began on a peaceful note with the school prayer at 9:35 am.
The morning hours required a quick pivot, as I was assigned substitution duty for the first and second periods in 8:B and VIII:C. Rather than seeing this as a disruption, I used the time to keep the students focused, directing them toward their English texts to ensure their time remained productive. Following this, I had three free periods which I utilized as an "engine room" for my work—refining my lesson templates and organizing teaching materials for my upcoming classes.
The real highlight arrived during the 6th period at 2:05 pm with class VIII:C. We delved into the topic of "Chords" from the Circles chapter. It was incredibly rewarding to watch the learners' interest grow as they navigated the problems. Seeing that "lightbulb moment" in real-time is easily the most fulfilling part of this journey.
I spent the final period in quiet self-reflection before the bell rang at 3:40 pm. Signing out for the day, I felt a deep sense of progress—not just in the lessons taught, but in the growth I'm seeing in my students and myself.
DAY - 17
27 November 2025
Today marked the 17th day of my teaching practice at NGPM VenchemPU, and it was a day of steady progress and thoughtful preparation. My morning began at 9:15 am, providing a quiet window to settle in before the energy of the school day fully took hold. Since I didn’t have a class during the first period, I used that time to gather my thoughts and organize my materials for the lessons ahead.
The instructional part of my day kicked off during the second period at 10:30 am. I dived into the topic of "Lines and Circles" from the Circles chapter. It’s a fascinating subject to teach because it bridges simple visual concepts with deeper geometric logic. Watching the students engage with the relationship between these shapes is always a highlight of the math curriculum.
Following that session, I had several free periods, but the day stayed dynamic when I was assigned a substitution during the 6th period for class 8C. This turned out to be a great opportunity to reinforce the morning’s lesson, as I was able to teach the continuation of the "Lines and Circles" portion. Having that extra time with the students allowed us to delve a bit deeper into the practical applications of the topic.
Once the scheduled classes and substitutions were wrapped up, I dedicated my remaining time to the "behind-the-scenes" work that keeps a classroom running smoothly. I focused on self-reflection, evaluating what worked well in today’s sessions, and spent time crafting teaching aids and detailed lesson plans for my upcoming classes. This quiet productivity is just as essential as the teaching itself, ensuring I’m fully prepared for the challenges of tomorrow. When the final bell rang at 3:40 pm, I signed out and headed home, feeling accomplished and ready for the next day.
DAY - 18
28 November 2025
Today marks the 18th day of my teaching practice at NGPM Venchempu, and it’s incredible how quickly the time is flying by. My morning began early, arriving at the school by 9:10 AM just as the campus was starting to buzz with energy. There is something truly grounding about the way the day starts here; between 9:35 and 9:40 AM, the students gather for a beautiful prayer that sets a peaceful and focused tone for the hours ahead.
My primary teaching responsibility today was during the second period with class VIII.C. We delved into the unit on "Decimal Forms," specifically focusing on the topic of "Earlier Forms." It was one of those rewarding sessions where the classroom dynamic felt perfectly in sync. The students weren't just passive listeners; they were actively participating and stayed deeply engaged in the activities throughout the lesson. Seeing them connect with the mathematical concepts in real-time is easily the highlight of my experience so far.
Later in the afternoon, at 2:05 PM, I returned to VIII.C for a substitution during the 6th period. This gave us a great opportunity to maintain our momentum, as I was able to introduce the next topic, "Some Other Fractions," within the same chapter on decimal forms. Because I didn't have any further classes or substitutions for the remainder of the day, I took the chance to sit down for some quiet self-reflection. It’s during these moments that I can really process what’s working in my teaching style and where I can grow. When the final bell rang at 3:40 PM, I signed out and headed home, feeling grateful for another productive day in the classroom.


