Legendary Teacher Day: A Case Study

I known about Rutgers New Brunswick through friends of mine who a Herd the University. They told me that Rutgers undergraduate degree programs are comprehensive and include a spectrum of majors. When I read about Rutgers, I found that Rutgers is truly impressive because of the way that the faculty, students, and community help to create an environment that celebrates dreams, empowers aspiration, and supports individual efforts. I also like Rutgers because they pair college degrees with experience. So, at Rutgers, I will take classroom instruction to a higher level through personal attention and hands-on experience.

Amanda Densmore is the most patient and altruistic teacher that I know. Never once did she shout at my eighth-grade class at Zion Lutheran school. Mrs. Densmore may have become irked with our class on many occasions, but rarely did she show this emotion. Unlike other teachers, she never raised her voice when we were being disrespectful. Instead, she spoke in a softer tone. Our eighth-grade teacher would wait for us to listen to her. Actions speak louder than words. She taught us this on multiple occasions without having to say anything.

The teachers profiled in “Unforgettable Miss Bessie”, “My Favorite Teacher”, and “And the Orchestra Played On” are remembered and admired by the narrators. Miss Bessie, Miss Hattie, and Mr. K. possessed significant qualities that made them remarkable educators. They inspired and encouraged students. They only wanted the best for their students and prepared them for their futures, enabling them to overcome difficulties in school. Besides the content of their subject matter these educators their taught students to believe that their lives and future all depends from themselves: whether they would choose the clean asphalt road or dirty, bumpy one.

Albernetta Hamilton is the local principal at our intermediate school (grades fourth through sixth). She has served the

She has been recognized as being the Principal of a “Gain Making School” and a “John Irwin School of Excellence,” by the Colorado Department of Education.” (Aurora Academy, 2013)

Reverend Reynolds spoke to the school a few years ago. I remember hugging him and thanking him the first time and doing the same this time around. I wanted to say more to him, but I couldn't articulate the words. I think his story is amazing, but unfortunately

On June 28, 1969 a program was held to honor Louis Wolner on his retirement from the Homer School District as its principal for over 35 years. A native of Albany, New York, Mr. Wolner earned his degree from the State Teachers College at Albany where he was president of his Freshman and Sophomore classes, editor of the newspaper, captain of the debate team, president of Signum Laudis – Scholarship Society, and a member of the senior honorary society, Myskanid. He came to Homer Academy in 1930 as an English teacher and succeeded Mr. Warren as principal in 1933. In this capacity, he directed the centralization of twenty-seven school districts (1946) and the subsequent construction of three school buildings. He was a member of the State Examinations

The makeup of the meeting was the Tupelo swim team, local bible group, and a small business groups, police officers and local citizens and the city council. The meeting was called to order by President Lynn Bryan. Mayor’s report was next, which included with awards The Tupelo High Swim Team; they won state title ten years in a row, so the mayor gave a plague to the coach of the team for dedication to the school and the sport. Next was the small business award, which went to a high school classmate of mine, she owns a furniture company in the west Tupelo, MS. The business has been in operation for six years and continues to attract buyers to the Tupelo area. The last award went to a bible study group, (Dear Hearts), who continues to give to the less fortunate and asked the mayor for a special day of the year to honor their organization. The organization received an award plus and a calendar date for their organization called a Complaint Free World Day. That day will be celebrated the Wednesday before Thanksgiving in the city of Tupelo each year. The mayor gave rights to the Chickasaw Indian culture to place a heritage museum along the Tupelo Natchez Trace Parkway. There were Chickasaw two representatives there to except the

Superintendent Shelton introduced Rachael Byron as the District’s 2015 Secondary Teacher of the Year and English teacher and Literacy Coach at Dougherty Valley High School. Ms. Shelton shared

On Friday evening, May 20, a banquet was held at the Sanora Clubhouse which included a catered meal and crowd pleasing activities. Classmates reminisced about their school days, viewed a video of past reunions, and held a candlelight vigil for deceased classmates and Crooms founder and first principal, Professor J.N. Crooms. Expressions of appreciation were given

The event that I decided to closely observe was the Back to School Night at Van Ness Elementary School. Back to School Night was on Thursday September 8, 2016 from 5:30-7:00 pm. This event was open to all parents and community members who wanted to learn more information about Van Ness. All teachers hosted parents and visitors in their classrooms, and special teachers and staff personnel rotated around to different classrooms and passed out essential information regarding uniforms, the master schedule and was available to answer any questions. In general, the entire staff contributed to the function of the event, and made sure the parents and visitors felt welcomed and received all the needed information.

On January 1st, 2018, Ontario saw some of the new changes from Bill 148 roll out. Among the most significant of these changes were the raising of the general minimum wage and creation of new and/or expanded leaves.

I nominated Mr. Macoubrie for the annual Lincoln Public Schools Thank You Teacher event. I know a lot of students say this but he assists, cares, and respects us. We respect him because he is an exceptional teacher, friend, counselor, role model and so much more. Without Mr. Macoubrie as a teacher, 7th grade would have been a lot harder. I’ve had so many times where I talked to Mr. Macoubrie about something that was bothering me or something that I had to get off my chest. He doesn't judge you for being yourself, instead he encourages us to be ourselves. The most heartwarming part of it all is that he believes in us... Some teachers say they do but he shows that he does.

For some reason or another certain students are drawn to particular teachers while other students are more fond of others. In my life I have studied under three memorable teachers. Teachers with which I was able to connect, to laugh, to share my misgivings. While I may have been close with each of these teachers, it is very clear, in retrospect, that each was very unique, and represented an entirely different class of teacher.

As children, we absorb information and learn from experiences that mold us into who we are. Many individuals impact a child’s life, but the most powerful and influential role lies in a devoted teacher, a teacher provides growth to students as a gardener would to a garden of flowers. Each child can bloom into a thriving flower so long as you water their garden with optimism, love, patience, and guidance. Throughout my educational experiences I was lucky enough to have educators who poured their knowledge and optimism into me, and now I would like to reciprocate that back to students who are in the position I was once in. Balancing life and school is hard enough for a student, but a powerful and caring teacher can steer you in the right direction. In this autobiography you will read about my educational background, experiences that influenced my decision to become a teacher, and what I believe the role of a teacher should be in a student’s life.