Having a proud teacher moment...

[rocknrollgirl]

One of my students in my AB bio class is currently one of the fastest female milers in the country. Last w/e at the Boston Indoor Games, she posted the fasted time in the country this year. She was interviewed for the paper and I found out from another student that she had mentioned me in the interview. She is a wonderful, wonderful student and and a humble, polite young woman.
I never even knew that she paid attention to any of my sporty stuff. I mean we talk running and stuff, but I had no idea that I was inspiring her...or anyone else for that matter!

This is why I get out of bed at the crack of dark and trundle off to teach the masses. These are the moments that keep you going. Today is a good day.


Q: Who's your favorite teacher?
A: "Probably my (advanced placement) biology teacher, Mrs. (Ruth) Tummey. She's a teacher and a triathlon runner. She inspires me to do well and she has found a mental and physical balance. She has taught me about time management and does assignments in a way that we are forced to have good time management."