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The Impact of a Caring Teacher

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Have you had a teacher who has profoundly affected your life? Based on a true story, this commercial, by the Ministry of Education, Singapore, beautifully depicts one such case: the story of Edwin and Mrs. Chong.
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Reflections (36)

Bro. Dhanaraj
The teachers' influence can affect eternity in one's life !!
Margo
When I was a small schoolgirl in Grade Three, a beautiful teacher would bounce into our classroom once a week. She was young, vivacious, blonde and full of rhythm and song - a Music Specialist. Miss Zavitz brought joy and light into my life. I adored her - she lit up my week and I never forgot her. I was fortunate to have parents who gave me music lessons and I studied piano for 10 years, then married young, had children and didn't touch the instrument for decades. But I never forgot this woman and I never forgot music. In 1999, after years in sales management, I took a chance and started my own business performing music and singing. It was hard work but I eventually had great success and to this day, at age 80, I continue to be hired as a musician and am grateful every day of my life for the presence of Miss Zavitz and my two wonderful music teachers.
Deepak
Awesome . Thank you so much . A universal truth . A teacher is the second parent in our lives who moulds and has a profound influence in our lives .
Beth
I work in a school as a child specific aide, and have worked in both the elementary and high school. The teachers are absolutely wonderful! They put in so much effort to make learning fun. My son, who is in the high school made that comment to me earlier this year about his English teacher. He said she makes the stories they read interesting & creates projects that require creativity, and grades things letting them each be creative in their own way. I think kids need that, not the hum drum, lets just get through the year, but someone who puts an effort into their learning. There have been children who have lost their homes due to fire, or foster kids brought in who need clothing & other items, our teachers and staff have stepped up to the plate and took up donations & donated gift cards & clothing. If there is a kid who cannot afford a field trip, they hold special days to donate to the cause. I couldn't ask to work with a better group of people. THEY ROCK!
Tyesha Johnson
Well, its is true.
Educators can mame a huge difference on a students life. It happened too me, I needed care and attention and surpisingly I recieved that. Because of a couple teachers im alive still. Because of them I push myself to be better. I wanna be able to give that back in return too others. Maybe ill become a teacher. (Still debating) Wonderful Video.
Patricia I. Charles
As a former teacher and school principal myself, I know this is what we do. We see the bigger picture so we can be patient, compassionate, kind, helpful even when it' may be difficult to be. Mrs. Chong saw her student down the road and never gave up on him. Kudos to all the Mrs. Chongs in our profession.
rspatil
love that teacher has for the students
Always Oscoda
I loved it. I am going to send it to my son's teachers. His teachers have be great. Thank you for your video.
padma
wow! such a caring teacher. Reminds me of an angel (that we read in book); here she is in action. Edwin is fortunate to have Mrs.Chong as his teacher. The last scene where the teacher shows when Edwin kept on ignoring teacher's messages. She never gave up even when the student didn't seem to care on the surface; but she knew him.
Humbled
What inspired me was the fact that she even care.She wasn't their for a pay check.She cares about the children.I know what it feels like ALL to well.My mentor works in my school.She is the best in the whole world.God is amazing for putting her in my life.Ill never forget it for as long as I live.She cares,and that's what makes me cry.Everything shes did for me,Helps me to humble myself to become a successful person in life.NO ONE understands how grateful I am.I understand she's not perfect,and thats what makes it totally awesome.Almost every day I tell god how grateful I am for putting her in my life.She's a blessing in SO many kids lives,she makes me want to mentor and help children impact nations.God bless her,and her heart.
zizi
it was touching! it reminds me of humanity , looking around ourselves, and seeing unseen things which can just be felt!
RosieGlo
My 8th grade teacher, Sister Mary Pauline at Holy Rosary School, Bronx, NY, was an inspiration. It was not so much about how or what she taught but the way in which she conducted herself. She was truly grace in action. She smiled sweetly almost all the time and simply made a sweet sad face if we disappointed her. She controlled a class of 65 8th graders with her charm. She showed me that you don't have to be tough to control situations but that gentleness is just as powerful, if not more so. Thank you to Sr. Pauline. You made a real difference in my life. In light and love, Rosie
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