To The Reader’s Forum:

Teacher Appreciation Week is Monday to May 12.

Let us look at education from the teacher/student view. Education comes in many forms. It can be from a parent, sibling, friend, anyone. The learning can come by example, instruction, or quite by accident.

We love to see the smile on our students’ faces as they accomplish skills. We see their skills improve by hands-on learning, practice, encouragement and increasing confidence. A look from the cafeteria adult, bus driver, secretary, assistant, custodian, and even another student can be a very positive experience.

A smile from the teacher at the door as the student enters the room. A word of encouragement to the class or individual. A one-on-one talk after class. Listen, understand, reassure, and be compassionate.

Listen to students and respond to what they need.

This is what you as educators do and will continue to do. Education is happening all the time. Teaching happens all the time.

As retired teachers, we applaud all of you!