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In my first placement I was in a Jr. High. Sixth period had a reputation for being the worst class, and there was one student in particular that could be a real pain for my cooperating teacher. It was apparent to me from observing that the class and the student in particular knew that they weren't liked by the teacher. It was also apparent that this particular student needed to move and needed to talk- I found out later he had ADHD. I worked very hard throughout my time there to let the student know that I liked him, but that I also had high expectations for him and I wanted him to be participating in the lesson. I would call on him to help me with notes and point to things on the board for me, and he was also in charge of collecting papers. By the end of my time there he was one of my most helpful students and because he was focused it really directed the rest of the class as well. I think the key was realizing what he needed and developing that relationship.