Teaching isn't something you do for recognition (or to get rich, but that's another story). At the end of last school year, I found I'd been nominated for the Outstanding Biology Teacher of the Year for Georgia Award given by the National Association of Biology Teachers. The nomination was a wonderful gesture, as it came from my colleague, Richard, who is an expert teacher and a legend.
Still, I didn't have time to fill out the paper work, video my teaching, or write the essay. I felt awkard asking for the 4 needed letters of recommendation. I never think my teaching is good enough-I'm always reinventing lessons. As honored as I was, I just couldn't imagine that I would win. But I did. I just got the call last night, and I must say I had an extra spring in my step today. Teaching isn't about being recognized, but that doesn't mean it's not great when it happens.
Blessing #108, August 13, 2010
I am thankful that my colleague thought enough of my work to nominate me for this award. I'm thankful for the reflection I engaged in as I worked on my essay--like any good assignment, the act of writing it made me better at my work. I am blessed there are folks who wrote such nice letters, and I'm grateful that I won. What a great day!
1 comment:
Dr, Scott, I'm so happy for you!!! That's really amazing! You are a fabulous teacher...you definitely deserve this recognition! Yay, I'm super happy for you! :)
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