A friend told me this at lunch yesterday.
He had a student several years ago who was not only rude, she was openly hostile. Somehow she took in enough of what he taught to pass, but both were grateful when the year was over and their forced partnership was done.
Over the years hw would see her in the hall, and they warmed to each other - nothing funny, just appreciation for their differences. He had her again for a higher level class and she passed with flying colors.
The girl's family lost their home over the weekend. Major fire that took out an apartment building, leaving them shaken and alive but homeless.
He went to see the family and talked with the father. He offered prayers and academic support for the girl - she is shaken right now and needs to keep her eye on the prize. The parents were grateful.
And being able to help is priceless.
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But this can't be measured by statistics, it does nothing for his value added data and the system doesn't care.
Good for him! He is a real teacher,doing what needs to be done. The school is fortunate to have him on staff.
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