IX-D CAS (Visit to MMPS)

We were all very excited and happy to share what we have learnt with the students of MMPS School. We had already planned what we were going to teach the students, and spent about 10 minutes finalizing the plan. At 9:00am, we boarded the bus and reached the school. 
We were greeted warmly by the students, who seemed to be as eager to learn as we were to teach. We moved into classes. Four or five students handled one class, and taught a variety of topics under English, mathematics, social studies and the arts. We taught classes 1 through 5, and each class was very disciplined yet fun-loving. Our group taught Mathematics, Social studies and Craft to class 5, and we were surprised to see the capacity that these students had. They could easily grasp what was being taught, given enough time. In arts and crafts, some students turned out to be better than us! 
The students were clearly in a mood to learn more, as they asked interesting questions, some of which we could not answer. Towards the end of our stint as teachers, we began to realize just how hard it is to be teachers, trying to get the attention of 25-odd people and talking in front of them without stammering. It was a learning experience for both groups, us and the students of MMPS. 
Personally, I learnt quite a few things. I have always respected my teachers, but now I saw just how hard it was to try to get the class’ attention, and just how much confidence it takes to speak in front of students. I also learnt that, just because the students are not as privileged as I am, it does not mean that they are not intelligent. There were a few kids there that really could teach us a thing or two. Last, but definitely not least, I learnt that it is important to share what we have with people who don’t.
Raviteja IX D