Reflections

Reflections:

Now is the time to reflect and realize all that I have learned the specifics I focus on with the kids. Leadership was one of the strongest attributes I learn from this project. That is a broad statement because there are so many skills that apply to leadership. Patience is one of the strongest skills I learned that applies to leadership. Kids at times are hard to work with and hard to grab their attention. I had to be patience with each of them as i taught correct form and to watch them do the exact opposite of what I repeated over and over again. But as I was patient with them then overcame the wrongs and I could see them playing better and enjoying much more. Another aspect I learned about leadership through this project was quick thinking. I always came with some sort of lesson plan, but it did not always turn out how i had planned. Sometimes I would have to think of the top of my head of a game or drill we could play to grab their ever changing attention span. This also applies to work and working with groups. It was good to plan and have an idea but it is also good to adjust for the needs of those you work with.

The kids loved learning. Every morning they were excited and ready for something new. I can see looking back how much it made an difference in their lives even if it was a silly lesson for a couple day. Many kids and some parents asked if I would do this again because of how much they enjoyed. I feel that each student of mine learned how to be team players and respectful towards others. Most importantly I saw the happiness of each of their faces. They realized that playing and being active is fun. It was internally rewarding to see how much they found happiness and enjoyment in what i thought would just be an assignment or a grade down the road for me.