High School Students Gain Classroom Experience Through Grow Your Own Program
Grow Your Own students shadow teachers at Wildwood Middle School
The Journal | Wednesday, November 6, 2024
By Ainsley Hall
The Journal reports on Jefferson County Schools' Grow Your Own program, which allows high school students to acquire hands-on teaching experience by shadowing educators at various schools, including Wildwood Middle School. Students participate in the program from their junior year, engaging in college-level classes while working alongside teachers. Participants Annika Feagans, Eva Palmer, and Hannah Kaetzel shared their experiences shadowing teachers and discussed how this program supports their aspirations to pursue careers in education, highlighting the benefits of gaining practical insights into classroom management and student engagement.
