The small moments are what make teaching one of the most rewarding careers on the planet. There have been so many over my 25 years in education. The light of understanding on a student's face when the "click" goes off for whatever you're teaching them. The unexpected thank you, smile, token of appreciation that comes your way when you least expect it. The visit or email from a former student that lets you know you impacted their life in some small way. All of these make up the small moments that overcome the bad day, the class that just won't listen, the beating from the media that all these evil teachers and unions are out to destroy our children, the endless meeting that doesn't seem relevant, testing and all of the other things that drag us down. The small moments are the moments that make everything worth it!
This week my small moment was much more personal. I received some disturbing news via a phone call that had me emotional and teary. One of our special education students had come in with another staff member to move some books and he could see I was having a tough time. His response to grab me and give me a big hug and tell me he "loved me". That small moment put everything into perspective. I may have my own challenges to face personally, but the students who impact my life can keep me grounded and grateful!
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