The School's today have first and obligation to the world, the nation , and the community to resemble a pillar of strength not only to the community but also to today's learners , Yes as educators we are faced with students that endure economic strife and the hardships of gang violence that e currently plaque today's youth . The school offer a pillar of hope to many that find refuge in the four walls . For some students just the ideas of a building that offers love and support from caring individuals ,that consist of everyone that touches a child life daily ,from the bus driver to the lunch lady ,to the office secretary ,lets not forget the school nurse ,the coaches and those teachers like myself that love children and love the institute of teaching . I do realize that the school cannot be all things to all people ,however for those that reach out for a helping hand ,teachers can all things to all people . The teaching industry currently is in a state of turmoil ,however me must press on through ! Prayer changes things.
Selina
I agree with your post. Prayer does change everything. I say prayers all the time for different students with problems. To alot of my students the school is their only refuge. A place to come and learn and be safe. I worry alot with all the gang violence, just how safe they are. I think a big part of my job as keeping students safe. I also, try and make students respectful. I stand up every morning to say the pledge. I ask that every student do the same. I believe we teach by setting a good example. Hopefully, what we do makes a difference and a better place for students to call"school."
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