Vocational Visits

Vocational days have been eye opening. Every school you visit has a different atmosphere, vibe,  and culture. The first primary school I visited was a Stiner school in Bryon Bay. A stiener school is an alternative school with a different philosophy, it is very free flowing and artsy. Though different students and teachers were happy to be there and seemed to be thriving. I was in awe of the students art work and musical talents. Though this school was anything but traditional there were many similarities, the way school began was very similar to the beginning of my school day. Morning circle brings the students together, students practice math facts, play team building games and close by playing music on their recorder. The rest of the day seemed to flow seamlessly as students, teachers, and administrators were treated as equals.

The primary school in Grafton had much more similarities to public schools in Arizona. I had the opportunity to spend the day with a few different teachers helping out with lessons, talking to students, and observing the lessons. Curriculum seemed to be very close to the curriculum taught in Arizona. The students were given time to ask me questions about home, my school, and the United States. Students were completely intrigued by the jumping cholla, coyotes, and the fact we don't have many natural disasters to worry about such as floods and cyclones. 
Thank you to the schools and teachers who allowed me to spend a day with them.