This week I had the opportunity to part take in the partnership after school program with Beverly J Martin Elementary School and Rose Scholars here at Cornell. The first day was a positive experience. I got to observe a class run by Mr. V in the Maker Place room. The room is centered around teaching the kids practical skills which incorporate math and science and hands-on lessons. The kids that day were learning how to use nails with screwdrivers and hammers. While observing the kids, I noticed how the different age groups acted and how Mr. V reacted to their behavior. Teaching elementary school is what I plan to do in the future so as I observe this class I hope to take what I learn with me into my professional career. Mr. V also let us know that we can incorporate our own lesson plans in the future if we’d liked so I’m working on some ideas I hope the kids would love!