WEEK 5 – PHASE 2 TEACHING PRACTICE AT GMGHS THEVALLY (10/11/2025 to 14/11/2025)
“Teaching is not about answering questions, but about raising questions – opening doors for students in places they could not imagine.”
Week 5 of my Phase 2 teaching practice at GMGHS Thevally proved to be a blend of academic responsibilities, assessments, classroom teaching, diagnostic practices, extracurricular duties and immense learning. This week, I stepped more deeply into the role of a teacher— not just instructing but assessing, diagnosing, guiding, correcting and supporting students in academic and co-curricular spaces. With tests, observation classes, rally preparations, Children's Day celebrations, quiz competitions, and daily classroom interactions, every day demanded adaptability, planning and reflective thinking. This week strengthened my belief that teaching is equally about understanding learners as it is about delivering content.
Day 19 – Monday, 10/11/2025.
The first day of the week started actively, with a test paper in 8B Chemistry during a first-hour substitution. The test, set for 25 marks, helped me assess their conceptual clarity, but I noticed repeated mistakes among many students—especially in acid-related concepts—indicating deep-rooted misconceptions. I immediately decided to plan a diagnostic test on that particular area. Later, in the regular 6th period, I completed the Let Us Assess session of Acids, Bases and Salts and taught the pH concept despite the pending lab requirement. The session went well since students were already prepared from the test. In 9A Physics, I taught factors affecting buoyancy with pHet simulations, which helped students infer concepts by observation and reasoning. The day also included assisting with arrangements for school health checkup and vaccination, reflecting the diverse duties of a teacher.This day helped me see the importance of continuous assessment and using test results to guide teaching. It was also a reminder that teachers frequently need to shift roles depending on school needs.
Testpaper at 8B
Factors affecting buoyancy simulation based class
Tetanus Vaccine Camp
Day 20 – Tuesday- 11/11/2025
This day was special because my general teacher, Sinimol miss, came for observation. Although I had no regular classes except 6th hour diagnostic test for 8B, I was informed earlier about her visit and prepared a complete demonstration lesson on Factors Affecting Buoyancy using experiments and simulations in 9B. The class went smoothly, and students were engaged throughout. The feedback I received was greatly valuable—it highlighted strengths and also helped refine the smallest details like body language, use of pointer, and pausing for students’ responses. Later, I conducted the diagnostic test for acids in 8B and immediately began analyzing results and planning remedies.Today reaffirmed the importance of preparation. It also boosted my confidence to see how observation feedback can shape a teacher’s growth in meaningful ways.
Diagnostic test at 8B
Day 21 – Wednesday- 12/11/2025
The day began with an unexpected change as regular classes were suspended due to a groundwater awareness program conducted by the Groundwater Department, Thevally. I also got an additional duty of accompanying selected students to a quiz competition at the Collectorate Kollam, which added to the day’s experience. Although our school did not win, the exposure and interaction were meaningful for both students and me. After returning, I took the 5th hour in 9B and completed the Let Us Assess session for buoyancy. Students' confidence in solving application-level questions was reassuring. Afternoon hours were spent decorating the stage for the upcoming Children’s Day programme. Today reminded me that teaching extends beyond the classroom. Witnessing student participation in external events strengthened my sense of responsibility for their holistic development.
Groundwater department programme
Pilot duty for quiz at collectorate
Day 22 – Thursday - 13/11/2025
Children's Day celebrations filled the school with energy and color. We decorated the stage early morning and helped coordinate the event organized by Kerala State Balavakasha Samrakshana Commission. An awareness class on cyber safety was led by retired SI Shanavas sir—a very informative and relevant session. Later, a quiz competition was conducted in connection with the event. Post noon, I took my 6th period in 9A and completed Let Us Assess for buoyancy, guiding students in analytical thinking rather than direct answering. I also took a remedy class for 8B based on the diagnostic test and used videos and worksheets to strengthen conceptual clarity of acids. I also announced an upcoming achievement test in 9B, encouraging students to prepare responsibly. Today reminded me that school is not just about academics—awareness, celebrations and exposure are equally important for building future-ready students.
Remedy given for 8B chemistry
Children's day related special prigramme prior to nov 14
Day 23 – Friday-14/11/2025
The day began with rally arrangements in connection with Children’s Day, coordinated by the Child Rights Protection Commission. Most students participated, and some of my co-trainees accompanied them. Those at school were managed through substitution periods, where I helped 9B with problem-solving in gravitation and corrected shortcomings in logical and mathematical steps. Later, once students returned, I began the next chapter, Work, linking the concept to the physical effort made during the rally. The connection helped them grasp the formula of work meaningfully. I also supported students in clearing doubts, assisted teachers in midday meal distribution, and conducted catch-up sessions for 8B students who missed classes due to Kalolsavam. The day ended with arranging rooms for a PSC exam scheduled for the next day. Today highlighted the fluid nature of teaching—requiring patience, quick thinking, and emotional sensitivity. It felt fulfilling to see students willingly come back to learn missed portions.
Childrens day Rally
Week 5 was a perfect blend of teaching, assessment, events, and reflection. I was able to plan and execute diagnostic and achievement-based activities, conduct observation lessons, guide students academically and socially, and participate in school-level and external programs. The week taught me that a teacher’s role continually shifts between facilitator, motivator, evaluator, and mentor — sometimes all within a single day. Each new experience is shaping me into a more grounded and adaptable teacher.
As I move to the next week of my teaching journey, I feel more confident, aware and inspired to give my best to my learners.
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