We have always been familiar with the phrase, "My Teacher , My Hero" , a very short, simple and overused phrase to describe teachers. But for me, a teacher is someone who goes an extra mile for their students to encourage them to do their best. They see the potential in their students and encourage them to accomplish assigned tasks no matter how hard it is. Teachers see potentials of each student, inspire and nurture them to overcome challenges in life despite challenges encountered in life. In the process they grow as responsible members of their respective communities.
I remember my former adviser in grade 9, Ma'am Emma Samuray, who encouraged my mother to let me join the Division Journalism Press Con. My mother is against the idea of me joining competitions but seeing that I am very enthusiastic towards photography and photojournalism, she saw the potential and believed that my enthusiasm will pay off and I will be able to learn more about Journalism. She is also willing to shoulder half of my expenses in that competition. As a matter of fact, she asked the permission of my mother and persuaded her to let me join the competition. Because of her encouragement and how she persuaded my mother, I was able to join the competition and win an award for our school.
In conclusion, I can say that teachers are angels on earth. How they shape a student reach their potentials is really amazing. They inspire students like me to believe in myself and to overcome whatever we perceive my limitations. To fly high, provide us with necessary assistance, to fulfill our mission in life.,
In celebration of World Teachers Day, let us thank our ‘Teachers’ for seeing the potential of their students and encouraging them to soar with great accomplishments in life.
Thank you great teachers, our unseen heroes!