Today’s class was even more packed, if that can be possible.  We had 29 in a class that comfortably seats 20 (same room as yesterday).  We had three Brians in the room (yesterday’s class too).  Unlike yesterday’s class though, most of the students were going for a Multiple Subject Credential (K-6 grades).

There were still a few of us going for higher grade levels (grades 8-12), and we all seemed to sit at two tables.  I sat at a table with some really smart folks (3 Masters, 1 PhD).  The other 8-12 grade table had at least two Masters level people as well.  Wow, smart group.  I also found out that one of the Brians has headed the advice from our mutual adviser, John, and has picked up a second credential: he is going for both Social Studies and English.  I probably need to do the same, especially since the trend seems to be moving more towards integrating English and History.  Art, Computers, Technology and Business are other possibilities for additional single subject credentials.

Our teacher for this class on “inclusion” was a retired Vice Principal who fell in love with teaching teachers at NHU.  The class started slow, but once she started lecturing, it was like jumping to light speed.  Everyone was taking notes furiously and most had these shocked faces – too much information too fast!  Being married to a teacher and all (and having a kid with a modified education plan), I already knew much of the information that was presented.  I’m so totally going to get an A in this class! (no curve in this class BTW, strictly based on achievement)

Oh ya, the highway route took only 15 minutes – half the time of yesterday’s route.  I guess I should take the highway.  The thing is, today seemed awfully light.  Often, it’s stop-and-go this time of day.  I think the highway is going to be vastly unpredictable.  I’ll take the highway, but I should also know how to get to school from any off-ramp.