How much do you make?
My husband sent me an email that lists the top 50 money-making jobs. Surgeons top the list, no surprise. In fact, few of the entries -- CEOs, for instance -- surprised me. Nonetheless, the list was a reminder of how poorly (and ungratefully) we treat people who deserve better, people who are entrusted with our children and our future well-being.
How come we're so chintzy with our teachers? Our child care workers?
How come we're so chintzy with our teachers? Our child care workers?
posted by Ana Veciana-Suarez at 9:04 AM
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WHAT TEACHERS MAKE - AN EMAIL THAT IS CURRENTLY CIRCULATING -
FOOD FOR THOUGHT!
The dinner guests were sitting around the table discussing life. One man,a CEO, decided to explain the problem with education. He argued, "What's a kid going to
learn from someone who decided his best option in life was to become a teacher?"
He reminded the other dinner guests what they say about teachers: "Those who can, do. Those who can't, teach."
To stress his point he said to another guest; "You're a teacher, Bonnie.
Be honest. What do you make?"
Bonnie, who had a reputation for honesty and frankness replied, "You want to know what I make? She paused for a second, then began.
"Well, I make kids work harder than they ever thought they could.
I make a C+ feel like the Congressional Medal of Honor.
I make kids sit through 40 minutes of class time when their parents can't make them sit for 5 without an I Pod, Game Cube or movie rental. You want to know what I make?" She paused again and looked at each and every person at the table.
I make kids wonder.
I make them question.
I make them criticize.
I make them apologize and mean it.
I make them have respect and take responsibility for their actions.
I teach them to write and then I make them write.
I make them read, read, read.
I make them show all their work in math.
I make my students from other countries learn everything they need to know
in English while preserving their unique cultural identity.
I make my classroom a place where all my students feel safe.
I make my students stand to say the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag,because we live in the United States of America.
Finally, I make them understand that if they use the gifts they were given,work hard, and follow their hearts, they can succeed in life.
Bonnie paused one last time and then continued.
"Then, when people try to judge me by what I make, I can hold my head up high and pay no attention because they are ignorant.
You want to know what I make? I MAKE A DIFFERENCE. What do you make?"
THERE IS MUCH TRUTH IN THIS STATEMENT:
"Teachers make every other profession
What is amazing is the starting salary for teachers -- compared to other professions that require a 4 year degree and certification. Amazing, when you weigh that these individuals have the future of our country in their hands.
God bless them!
When I told my mother about my plans to marry my husband - she answered - "But, he is only a teacher?"
ONLY?!?!
We have had a great life and he has made a great difference in many young people's lives. I am very proud of his "mission" in life.
Teachers mold the minds of our young and give them the tools to succeed in life.
I am proud to be married to a teacher!
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