When I actually convince students to work effectively in groups
students
When I’m able to get an at-risk class to appreciate Shakespeare
They still start fights, but are like:
When I tell students to keep moving forward to achieve their dreams
When students ask me if I love them
When students tell me why they should have a higher mark
When students don’t show up to class
When students doodle on other students’ work
When students won’t join in on the activity I’ve planned
The other students and I are like:
When we rally together to fight for the best education for our youth
When I talk about things I used to do as a kid and students make fun of me
Teaching In Real Life 