The teachers who work with our kids every day deserve recognition. Many go above and beyond while working under challenging conditions or facing personal adversity. They have their own personal stories just as we all do. To do the work of a teacher requires endless patience. Hopefully some of the stories below will inspire others to get to know a teacher in their life who is making a difference and learn a little about who they are as a person.
I have learned to be able to relax and let go and not make too many plans because most of the time it doesn't work. I loved that in Belgium I had my plans and I was able to follow them. Here, you never know. You start in the morning and you have to go with the flow because anything can happen. There is no such thing as a normal day.
Read MoreWhen we first arrived, I didn’t have that many challenges adapting to the new culture. I came here with an open mind and I knew it would be completely different. I didn’t have expectations.
Read MoreTeaching here, I’ve seen that children are children and they all have that innocence and want to learn, no matter where they are from. They all like to laugh, they like to sing and dance and have fun.
Read MoreI like every one of the students. I wouldn’t believe it if someone else told me that. But I really do like each of them. There’s something charming about every single one of them. I do like the mischievous ones as well, even more sometimes. I was a mischievous kid as well so I can’t be hypocritical.
Read MoreIn this system, I became more conscious about myself also. I feel like I’m growing up and learning with the children also. It’s a challenge to be a teacher in such a school because you have to find your own unique way to interact with children. Somehow we have to find the core of what they need.
Read MoreI wanted my kids to participate in something else and not just survive school, but to be able to develop their skills and potential.
Read MoreThis place is very active and I feel that the life is teeming all around. Every day is different. I’m in a community where people get to see the real me. I can be a more honest version of myself. It’s a good place to grow.
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