Thank You

As the school year winds down in different parts of the country my thoughts turn to the teachers who have spent many long days and hours helping our nation's children. Often overlooked are the times spent by teachers to assist students in ways that many of us can't imagine.

There are times when students simply need a place to unwind. That's often during their lunch period and what better place to go than to their teachers for that respite. Some children simply want to be told that they matter in spite of all that may be happening in their lives. In this instant the kids will find a teacher to chat with.

Teachers are there to do more than 'teach' material. They are a positive force, they inspire and they may even cajole. They lend the time and energy to lift up others.

No matter where you teach, regardless of the grade level, no matter the subject matter...a thank you to our nation's leaders, our teachers.

Dick