Essays today

The personal reflective essays shared today left me in awe. Everyone had incredible paths that have made them who they are as a person and a teacher. It is really amazing to think that the things that inspired us and the tragedies we have all had to overcome have made us stronger as teachers and have truly made us sensitive to our students’ needs. It has been such a pleasure to spend part of my summer with all of you. Not only have I learned from each of you lessons that I can take back and share with my students, but I feel as though we have a bond. I could tell that everyone put their heart and soul into their paper, and that would not be possible if a caring and trusting bond was not present. I know that if I need help there are very caring people who are ready to assist. It’s nice to know, because we all need support. This has been a richly rewarding and unforgettable process, and I can’t imagine not being a part of it.