Growing Pains

This week has been quite a learning experience for me. As I consider school leadership for my future I must also consider all aspects of it. After reading and learning more about action research I realize how much I need to change my way of thinking. I have already begun to change in the way I analyze and question what needs the campus and district have. It's almost as if I see the end result of what I would like to happen and imagine what do I need to do to get there. After reading about the nine passion in the Dana text, I realize that there are many areas to consider when trying to be a school leader. Also after investigating my own topic for action research it has become obvious to me that planning and organizing as well as knowing where I want to end up play an important part in having an effective plan. It's crazy how after just two courses I am growing professionally. These growing pains have caused me to incorporate ideas and resources into my teaching and plans for next year. Although change is good sometimes it is a little painful. Part of the pain comes from admitting that maybe I haven't been as thorough or thoughtful in some areas of my teaching. I look forward to learning even more and reaching even greater heights in my professional life.