Leaving Groups... How is it?

I had the opportunity to be part of a group called teachers of the round table. Stage 1 of this group was forming the teacher mentor that worked the district brought all of us together every Wednesday evening.  During the forming stage we were all introduced. We got to know what age group and school we all came from the number of years of experience. Stage 2 of the group was storming. Everyone shared ideas and classroom strategies. Sometimes we shared about the same behavioral problem child and what worked and didn't work that week. There was always one teacher that wanted to out talk the group. She wanted to express to everyone her opinion about everything. Once we got to stage 3, norming, we all were pretty familiar with what to expect from each other. We also had delegated duties that made things run smooth. In stage 4, the performing stage, Each person in the group was reaching the goal of becoming more distinguished professionals and ensuring the best academic success for the students involved.  In stage 5, the adjourning stage, we had a pot luck. It was great to share dishes and talk amongst each other freely and not focus on the mission. One of teacher from the group and I became very good friends. We still laugh and talk and occasionally share strategies. Its  also great to have the adjourning stage because it gives closure to the group and a chance to say goodbye and ensure the mission was accomplished.