In case you don’t click on the perspective, I just wanted to lift up to K-12 and community college educators, these words from Ken Robol, who has been teaching for more than 20 years:
It’s a profession that has become a hot-button issue in today’s political climate, with many outside the classroom eager to cast judgment on what we do. There are those who believe we are trying to indoctrinate students, pushing personal agendas instead of focusing on education. Others claim that we’re failing our students in one way or another. But those voices, as loud as they may be, miss the fundamental truth of what teaching is all about.
Teaching is about connection. It’s about meeting each student where they are, understanding their unique circumstances, and helping them navigate the path to success. It’s about creating an environment where students feel safe to explore, make mistakes, and grow. It’s about watching the lightbulb moments when a difficult concept suddenly clicks, and the quiet pride that comes from knowing you played a small part in their success.
Thank you all for choosing to teach.
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