Schoolday Memories

I went to school for many years

(That’s why I am so clever)

And memories of teachers past

Will stay with me forever

It’s not so much the lessons

That have lingered all these years,

But which instructors taught with love

And which ones ruled with fear...

 

Author's Note

Just a thought as the school year starts to wind down...

Reviews

[Damien Thibodeaux]

Love it, Rita. I have very fond memories of a few teachers who really stood out from the rest. Who really cared about their students. I would have never gotten out of high school without one in particular. I just know you are one of those teachers who positively affect your students in a way they will not forget. Thanks for what you do.

[Rita L. Sev]

Thank you, Damien... I too have memories of great and loving teachers, as well as memories of a few who made me cringe... I hope every day that my students feel safe and loved in my classroom, and get some nugget of knowledge as well!

[Renée]

Our teachers in our past..funny how we can pick them out no matter how many years go by.. Each one affecting students lives in ways they never knew.. Some talking to you, some at you.. One teacher would think your brilliant and the next class hardly noticed.. Your poem touches many ideas Rita.. Nice Work !

[Rita L. Sev]

You are right, Renee - one child's favorite teacher may be the one who scared another... And either way, we never forget. Thanks!

[The Rock And Roll Cowbo..]

Oh yes ti is not just what you teach but how you do it, I am sure you teach with love that will give the children confidence along with knowledge.

[Rita L. Sev]

Love, gentle discipline, patience... and humor. That's my M.O. in the classroom. :) Thanks, Dale!

[The Rock And Roll Cowboy(REBEL WITH A CAUSE)]

I love those methods, why couldn't you been my teacher back in the day.

[jacob erin-cilberto]

i wonder how you and i will be remembered, Rita!!!

i like this...

[Rita L. Sev]

I think about this daily... I have a quote on my desk that says "I have wasted my day if a student leaves my room with a head full of facts and an empty heart." Thanks, Jacob.