Students and Teacher

Yesterday, I wrote in Facebook that "I'm in awe of my former students. You can express yourselves. You are setting out in the world and thinking and doing wonderful things!" I hope some looked at that with pride. Those laid-back little people are now those who are creating their own custom shoes, performing with highly-honed skills, studying medicine, communicating at a level I never dreamed of.

There's a sense of pride because I worked with them, but a sense of humility, because basically they did it themselves. A teacher can provide experiences and opportunities for development, but it is the individual who grows and builds on what is provided, and eventually surpasses the teacher.

As an elementary school teacher, I could safely say I was more skilled and knowledgable than my students. Now they are at an intimidating level...and I am proud!