For many years I have called myself a teacher, yet I have often wondered if I have had any impact on my students and who they've become. I have continued a great relationship with one of my students Ellen. I taught (I use this term loosely as it was only my second year) her 5th grade science and English in Orlando 1999-2000. I have been with her through the years listening as she has grown from an awkward 10 year old to a beautiful 18 year old young woman. I am very proud of her! She has graduated high school with a 3.9 GPA (almost honors) and is gearing up for college this fall. I am amazed by her! She is the singer/bass player for a very talented Christian Rock band, a loving sister and Auntie, and a young woman who stops her own life to travel to South America and do missionary work!
This past week, I was able to spend the afternoon with her while in Florida and am continually blown away by her! There is a very special place in my heart where Ellen sits. Ellen congratulations and I am very proud of you!!
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