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Recently, I have been charged with the task of finding a cooperating center.  A cooperating center is a school throughout the commonwealth of Pennsylvania willing to host a student teacher candidate in my program. This task has proven to be easier said than done. You see, it's a lot like going to a resturant starving and looking at a menu. Many times I find myself struggling to make a decision as everything looks equally delicious. This is how I began to feel looking at the list of cooperating centers throughout the state of Pennsylvania, equally as intriguing and exciting.

To navigate this predicament, I started with the basics by determining where to look. In the case of the meal, I often look for things that are good for me. So, I have followed suit when looking at schools. I know that I would like a smaller school as it would be a good change in pace for me. I also know that a program in cooperating plant science courses as well as well as soil science would be areas that I enjoy.

With that being said, there's always the temptation to try something new when looking at a menu. Who knows what you could find when stepping out of your comfort zone! This is also an aspect I have taken to heart looking for programs that include large animal science courses as well as courses focused around agribusiness.

Stepping out of my comfort zone and trying something new is ultimately my goal and it will help me find some place that I can learn and grow into the educator I hope to be some day. I am excited and hungry for this new adventure and I'm incredibly grateful to experience all of the amazing programs throughout the state of Pennsylvania.

- Megan

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