Yesterday was the last day before Thanksgiving break. Boy is this long weekend welcomed with open arms. I'm not really getting burned out. In fact, I'm feeling like I'm firmly in control of my classes and that I can present lessons that are engaging, stimulating, and force the kids to think critically and take control of their own lives, particularly their futures. If nothing else, I want every student who crosses the threshold into E-102 to learn compassion, love, tact, nature, critical thinking, self-sufficiency, and the uniqueness that lies in all of us. Then, and only then, will I consider myself a successful teacher.
Anyway, I asked some of my students what they were thankful for. A few paraphrased samplings.
"I'm thankful that during the time I got suspended I was able to see my uncle. I know that it's a sort of a bad thing because I had to get suspended, but it ended up really good because it's the first time in a long time that we were able to get the whole family together."
"I'm thankful for my brothers because they remind me of my mom."
"I'm thankful for music because a lot of times I don't know how to describe how I'm feeling but the songs describe it perfectly."
"I'm thankful for God. I don't know really where I stand with religion, but the concept of God has given so many people hope and happiness. The God of any religion has provided people with something to hold onto and I'm happy for it."
"I'm thankful for life. Everyday that I wake up."
These are freshmen. They're pretty awesome.
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