It's natural to be a bit nervous and you say you're excited
too. If you want to curb your nervousness ask yourself - what's
the worst that could happen? Some people in their ST don't like
their mentor and some find out they don't like teaching but -
how bad are either of those?
But it doesn't sound to me like you're going to be either one
of those - and there's nothing wrong with being quiet - at all.
I'm quiet in new situations too. Temper your quiet with warm
smiles. The kids talk enough - that you're quiet is fine just
be sure you don't come off cold and anyone who smiles is never
thought cold.

The bagels are a nice idea but - some schools don't want anyone
eating in the classrooms - it brings mice. Until you know how
this school works, I'd eat my breakfast at home. Bring pencils,
bring a pen, bring tissues - bring a note book to take notes in
- especially bring that but I'd say don't bring the bagels.

t the end of august and I was
> wondering any any past ST or CTs had any advice on how to
> bypass being nervous the first couple of days. I have met
> my CT and gone to her class four times so far but we have
> not had much of a chance to talk because her schedule is so
> packed when I go. She did give me some positive feedback on
> the way I worked with one child so far. I have a tendency
> to be really quiet when I am first in a situation and I
> know that does not reflect well when ST. I feel ok when I
> think of it as week by week but when I think of all that is
> riding on ST I get nervous. I am very excited as well! Any
> feedback would be great. Also if anyone has any feedback or
> ideas on how to make a great impression your first week
> with the class and CT. The first couple of days I am just
> going to help the CT set up etc. I was thinking of bringing
> bagels or something for breakfast depending on what time
> she needs me to come?

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