I am SO thankful that I did the MAC Program at UM. I'm pretty overwhelmed by this first year teaching so far, but when I talk to the other first-year teachers I know who did not do the MAC Program, I definitely feel like I was better prepared for teaching on my own. Also, I met some of the best people in the MAC Program. Earlier this week, I was kind of at a loss for how to teach comparatives and superlatives. So I sent a "Help!" email to the girls from the MAC world language cohort. Not only did I hear back quickly from all of them (even though they're busy teaching and/or living in Alaska and/or being awesome moms), they helped inspire some ideas for my lesson plan. Every time we email or chat, I am amazed at how creative, insightful, nice, and encouraging these girls are. They help me know that I'm not alone through all the ups and downs of teaching and life.
There are so many reasons that I'm thankful I did the MAC Program, but a huge one is that I met Mary, Brianne, and Diane! You ladies are the best!!!
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