A Testimony To Teachers in 2016
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Posted By: William Jackson on June 18, 2016 A Testimony To Teachers in 2016 William Jackson, M.Edu Teacher of the Year Venetia Elementary School 2015 - 2016 The background music at graduations can appropriately use Marvin Sapps: "Never Would Have Made It Without You…" as a theme because of the tremendous influence of passionate and dedicated teachers. “Never would have made it, never could have made it, without you. I would have lost it all, but now I see how you were there for me.” Marvin Sapp Graduation ceremonies across the country, a true testament to professional educator. The model of “College Preparation,” workforce development and even "Vocational" preparation is an option. Questions will continue to be studied, examined and statistical data accumulated about the best educational model that students need. Author the author of award winning series #Cornbread and seasoned educator states that each child learns differently so instruction must be relevant and applied to the students environment, hopes and dreams. Incorporating a frame of mind for college, higher academic performance, vocational education learning and future acceptance in professional positions is the goal for many students. Vocational studies are available for those with talents in other areas of study, in it’s own right many Vocational Schools contain higher educational models. The high level of academic performance and ownership of learning is an initiative for many school districts nationally. The sentiment shared by Trey Csar of the Jacksonville Public Education Fund states that, “we must commit to treating public education as an important investment (2015).” Learning is continuous, a continuous process and does not end at graduation, but continues beyond. Education and "Learning are Investments" of the highest order. Ralph Waldo Emerson stated, “What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us." Teachers work to bring out what is potentially in them. Teacher’s Collectively work to inspire and empower the talents that lay dormant in students. Encouraging, nurturing talents and magnifying hidden abilities to spring forth so that graduates will be a benefit to society not a burden in the juvenile or adult justice systems, a hindrance or an embarrassment to their families or society. Teachers work to make sure students are promoted at each level. Educators understand the importance of promotion, so work begins in the elementary levels as a foundation to build on. Graduation is a time for celebration of the achievement of academic success and growth in maturity. Looking at the road traveled and the accomplishments earned. Recognition of the hard work of students; the commitment and sacrifice of parents and professionalism that teachers put forth to prepare students for challenges they (students) will face, not just academically during their journey, but socially, intellectually, morally and ethically. Many will argue the teaching of morals and values by educators, but education is a moral foundation that affects the ethical direction of students in our society. Scholars and Education Socrates (469-399BC) stated, “Education can make people moral.” The moral strength of a society can be judged by the educational level of a society. Even Aristotle (384-322BC) stated the importance of education and educators to the world. “The highest form of human existence is when man exercises his rational faculties to the fullest extent.” Shaq (Shaquille Rashaun O'Neal) thought so highly of education and respect for teachers that he earned his Ed.D. in Education. It was a challenging journey to earning it, he promised his mother he would eventually return to school after leaving college to play pro basketball. He returned to complete his Bachelor's degree, then Masters and finally Doctoral degree. Shaq commented about his work for education that, “I put in four and a half hard years staying up late at night, studying, reading, rewriting papers to earn my degree.” "Of all the things I’ve done in my life, this probably is my No. 1 accomplishment, I respect teachers and education and would like to give back to kids." Educational Dedication Teaching is not just a five day a week job, working only eight hours a day or a 40 hour work week. Teaching is a birthing process; the labour of teaching with strategies, standards, rituals and routines that must be observed to meet the objectives of standards and benchmarks, the preparation of teachers through lesson plans guided by state standards, assessment data, administrative input, differential instruction strategies and the integration and implementation of technology. "Never Would Have Made It Without You.." has a new meaning for youth from gradations across this nation. Teachers have completed another year of instruction and are reminded that the struggles are worth the efforts they put in. That the hard work, long hours and sacrifices are justified. Robert Louis Stevenson statement to teachers, “Don't judge each day by the harvest you reap but by the seeds that you plant.” Gain strength and comfort in knowing that teachers are planting seeds for the future of doctors, lawyers, scientists, teachers, preachers, Presidents, Mayors, engineers, and for careers that have not been discovered yet. Economic Stability Teachers guide the way to building economic stability in all societies through education. In a blog by @AletaTurner explains the level of Bachelor degrees in Jacksonville, Florida where we live. http://16percentinjax.blogspot.com/2012/06... teachers are needed and education is valuable it is a moral responsibility to obtain as much education as possible for all citizens. Dr John Goodlad’s assertion that education is a “moral endeavor,” “A moral foundation for education is essential,” “teaching is a moral action because other humans are involved and within teaching there are meaningful contributions to humans." There are many students that can sing the praises of their teachers by singing "Never would have made it without you," a testimony to educators who are passionate to prepare the future of children. Malcolm X Comments by Malcolm X from the 1960’s still apply in the 21st century, "Without education, you're not going anywhere in this world." Malcolm X If you enjoyed this article, Join HBCU CONNECT today for similar content and opportunities via email! |
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William Jackson
Educational Technology and Social Media Instructor, Edward Waters College South Carolina State University class of 1985 Member Since September 2008 |
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