The Soul of an Educator-
Mr._________________
I wanted to send you one of my graduation announcements because you are one of the few teachers/mentors I had in my life who taught me something-that got me this far. I will NEVER, EVER forget the day in English class when you pulled out a map of the universe and gave a talk about how small our problems really are. That bit of information definitely saved me hundreds of times while at school. My personality and lifestyle has molded itself around that concept-and I am much happier because of it! I can’t thank you enough for being an inspiration to me-and for pushing + motivating me.
Most people believe that it is your college professors who you’ll remember the most. While there are some-I couldn’t …show more content…
Some students walk through school doors academically disciplined and behaviorally mature. Other students come exhibiting significant need and lack of structure. When students attend school, they are fully aware they will encounter adults in positions of authority. Majority of students take for granted that these adults have dedicated their lives to making sure the students they serve continue their journey, and enter adulthood educated and prepared to take the next step after receiving their diplomas. While educators are regarded as symbols of authority, the fact that we serve as public school educators requires us to serve the public’s children. Oftentimes, what can prevent and undermine successful relationship building between educators and students is what happens when a situation becomes disrespectful, which occurs on a daily basis. Students often encounter impatience, rudeness, and disrespect on a regular basis: within their own homes, at places of employment, and oftentimes with other forms of authority, such as with educators within a school. With regards to respect, human beings work from the basic premise that respect works in this
Mr._________________
I wanted to send you one of my graduation announcements because you are one of the few teachers/mentors I had in my life who taught me something-that got me this far. I will NEVER, EVER forget the day in English class when you pulled out a map of the universe and gave a talk about how small our problems really are. That bit of information definitely saved me hundreds of times while at school. My personality and lifestyle has molded itself around that concept-and I am much happier because of it! I can’t thank you enough for being an inspiration to me-and for pushing + motivating me.
Most people believe that it is your college professors who you’ll remember the most. While there are some-I couldn’t …show more content…
Some students walk through school doors academically disciplined and behaviorally mature. Other students come exhibiting significant need and lack of structure. When students attend school, they are fully aware they will encounter adults in positions of authority. Majority of students take for granted that these adults have dedicated their lives to making sure the students they serve continue their journey, and enter adulthood educated and prepared to take the next step after receiving their diplomas. While educators are regarded as symbols of authority, the fact that we serve as public school educators requires us to serve the public’s children. Oftentimes, what can prevent and undermine successful relationship building between educators and students is what happens when a situation becomes disrespectful, which occurs on a daily basis. Students often encounter impatience, rudeness, and disrespect on a regular basis: within their own homes, at places of employment, and oftentimes with other forms of authority, such as with educators within a school. With regards to respect, human beings work from the basic premise that respect works in this