|Educ G 203 | |Influential Teacher Paper | |[Michelle May | |17 September 2012] | | | The Teachers that have Impacted My Life As I have gone through the school system, I have met a few teachers who have made an impact on my life. Thanks to their dedication, I have now been inspired to further my education and become a teacher myself. I obviously grew up being in the classroom taught by teachers but since my mom is a speech language pathologist I have also seen school from the teacher’s perspective. For as long as I can remember, I have loved helping her in her classroom. From coloring to lesson plans, I enjoy it all.
Because of the love and support from her parents Isadora felt like she could accomplish anything. Her father was a poet and her mother was a pianist and a music teacher. It’s clear to see that both her parents were bright individuals. What they wanted was to pass their knowledge on to her. As Isadora grew up her passion for music, poetry, dance and theater grew as well.
Educational Leadership Online June 2010 | Volume 67 Good Teaching in Action The Best Teachers I Have Known Susan Allred Whether they were teaching in the 1960s or in the 2000s, effective teachers share a common set of characteristics. One of the joys of retirement is having the time to reflect on our profession. Looking back over the 37 years I spent as an educator—20 of them as a teacher and 17 as an administrator—and reflecting on my own schooling as well, I think of the many highly effective teachers I've known. Spanning all grade levels, they engaged students in learning to the point of excitement and kindled the desire to keep on learning. So what did these teachers have in common?
I have never refused a request for help in mathematics which is one of my favorite subjects. I always tutor my friends so that we all succeed on tests and things that we don’t understand. It is a joy to be able to help others because it ascertains your abilities while
I contributed patience to the team because when I could not get a dance down I did not give up. I just kept trying over and over again. This showed the girls how to deal with tough situations. Also, the girls loved my personality because I helped them do whatever was needed to prepare us for games. I did not know much about the sport when I first joined the squad because it was my first year cheering, so; therefore I contributed to the team by being a new member with my own new and unique style.
“Norma, the baby in the pictures, said of her mother that she 'was a woman who loved to enjoy life, who loved her children. She loved music and she loved to dance. When I look at that photo of mother, it saddens me. '” “'They were tough, tough times, but they were the best times we ever had,' said
American Musical Theatre History Julie Andrews Some see Julie Andrews as one of the most influential musical theatre performers of the last half of the 20th century. Others, myself included, wish that she could be their honorary grandmother and just sing “Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious” and “My Favorite Things” with them all day long. Whether you like to respect her brilliance from a distance or want nothing more than to have a pajama party with her, like in the recent film The Princess Diaries II, there is certainly no denying that Julie Andrews’s performances have had a major impact on the lives of many. Thanks to the success of the films Mary Poppins and The Sound of Music, she has become a beloved household name and her performances are sure to be treasured by many generations to come. Julie Andrews was born on October 1, 1935 in Walton on Thames, Surrey, England to Barbara and Edward C. Wells.
Wearing Many Hat Purpose: I’d like to express my gratitude and appreciation for the words of wisdom, courage and long lasting impressions Dr. Maya Angelou has made in a lot of our hearts. Thesis: The work of Dr. Maya Angelou undeniably has shaped the thoughts of young women and people as a whole, encouraged and inspired us to do better, be better, and think smarter I. Introduction: Good evening everyone, my name is Helen and I am elated that we all had the opportunity to gather and celebrate Dr. Maya Angelou! Her many contributions across the world, on our television screen, and even in our laps as we digest her powerful words and thoughts from her books- has inspired so many woman young and old. Her expertise has gained her the title of Doctor and her presence is more powerful than a thunder storm.
He made us believe that he was really Jess. Anna Sofia Robb (Lesly) did an extraordinary job in convincing Jess to open his mind and see this magic all around him. Ballee Madison (May Belle) was a very generous sister to Jess. Zoey Deschanel played Miss Edmonds, her performance as the music teacher shows us that she was very caring towards Jess and her students. Lauren Clinton (Janice) played her role as the bully.
Most importantly, through my grandmother’s love of knowing and discovering, she showed me the importance of the mind and the power it gives to us. I am also inspired by my grandmother’s love for volunteering and bringing happiness to the unfortunate. When I was four years old my grandmother first took me to Wrentham Developmental Center to spend time with mentally and physically disabled residents. She introduced me to so many people that have helped shaped who I am. The resident my grandmother spent the most time with was a woman wheel chair bound with cerebral palsy named Nancy.