The view from the other side of the desk
While some Magis teachers from Cohort 7 never left Omaha, those who had, have now returned. Additionally, nine new Magis teachers from Cohort 8 have joined them living and studying at Creighton University for the months of June and July. As far as the Magis program is concerned, summer in Omaha does not revolve around the College World Series but around the coming together of all the Magis teachers as one large community. Even though the summer challenges both the first and second year teachers with rigorous graduate level coursework, it is also meant to be a time to spend together in reflection and relaxation. In addition to learning strategies of classroom management and content area literacy teachers cook and eat together, participate in faith sharing, as well as taking breaks for Omaha Royals games and ping pong tournaments. Through it all, the two months give an opportunity to work and live together focusing on the common goal of growing each individual as an educator and advancing the common goal of Catholic education.