Someone who has changed my life the most...

SunnyDaysDontLie · March 2011

I was thinking today about people who have probably shaped my future through the school, and I immediately thought of two teachers that I had in middle school. Middle school, for me, was hell. I hated it with this passion. And though I had some friends that made it better, I really didn't talk to much of anyone, considering I'd been in school with those people since 4th grade and I couldn't stand any of them. There were two teachers that gave me wonderful advice, though. Two teachers that, to this day, I still talk to and email with, and occasionally visit at my old middle school. You rarely meet teachers with this passion to not only teach, but to make sure that their lessons are carried on throughout life. [I could write a paper on this, I swear. But I never got this kind of prompt -.-] One of them was my 7th grade history teacher who probably was the most understanding person I'd ever met. I could come and talk to him about issues, as I was picked on a lot [I brought most of it upon myself, but there was some of it that wasn't brought on by my behavior], and he would always have good advice. He had a decent sense of humor, and there was always a kind look in his eyes. He always tried to make his lessons fun [social studies can be boring, you know], and even though he gave a lot of notes, they were thorough, and he made sure that he was thorough in explaining them. I always looked forward to this class, as my math and science teacher weren't my favorite. History was my favorite subject, though Africa, Asia, and the Middle East get kind of boring sometimes, but I viewed that class as more of a stress reliever than a stress causer. He definitely had a passion for what he did, and a lot of what he said to me the last day of 8th grade has stayed with me. Such as, "Remember, it's Speech and -Debate-, not Speech and -argue-." That one thing is probably what has kept my tongue [somewhat] bitten all year this year. And then there's my 8th grade science teacher who brought back my love and passion for everything science. Chemistry, biology, etc. He was a fun guy to be around, and still is. Though he can be strict, he definitely didn't like to be, and he always set you back into place. He made science...Fun. I couldn't stand science the first two years of middle school, which really surprised my mother, because it was always my best subject, and I always did well above average in it. It was most likely my teachers, though, that made me go back and think that maybe I didn't like science, that maybe I sucked at it, and that maybe a career in the medical field wasn't for me. Then we got to the chemistry unit. And, dear God, two years later I am still in love with the Periodic Table. I still have the majority of it memorized, but I can no longer quote it off the top of my head, unfortunately. Out of all the units that we did in my 8th grade science class, the chemistry and the biology units [with the cells and the amoebas and such, when we used microscopes] are still my favorite units. When we did the intro chemistry unit in biology, I was extremely happy to be going back into something I knew I understood, something that I knew I loved. My teacher made it fascinating to the people who were willing to listen, and, sometime towards the end of the year, I became one of those people. I should have been more attentive sooner, because I could have come out of that class on top. It just goes to show you that the people who have good teachers always enjoy their classes. That's why I love my biology class, and it's why I loved my foods class last semester. And, if they happen to be at my graduation in 2013, I will definitely thank them, because I certainly am thankful that I was on their 'teams' in middle school, and it has definitely changed the way I think about my academic career. Has anyone had a teacher that made a lasting difference in their lives?

LaLa_Laru · March 2011

Oh definitely! I had a science teacher my Freshmen year of highschool that I was absolutely in love with!! Yes, he is a guy, but no, I was not in love with him LIKE THAT -.- I guess you could say I was in love with the way he taught. He was always kind and he always brought forth his passion for science when he taught the class. I remember EVERYTHING that he's taught me. I too, have the periodic table memorized ; ) He made learning fun. I remember once when he told us that for a lesson we would be watching WALL-E...I was like..."why??" That was one of the best lessons I have ever had...no joke. It's a cartoon, yes, but he taught in a way that would make the simplest of things seem so important. That cartoon actually has a HUGE message in it. lol, the message is pretty obvious, I just never really cared to understand it. I love that guy, I was actually jealous of all the freshmens that got his class when I became a Junior, like, NOT FAIR!! I still go to his classroom at lunch almost every day. AND I'M STILL LEARNING.

Rock_N_Roll_Queen90 · March 2011

I had an art teacher in high school who I know view as my second mother. Her and her family have welcomed me into their life and family. She got me into working with her at her therapeutic riding facility, which I absolutely love now. She is a wonderful person with a big heart.

KittKattize · March 2011

Oh my goodness... I have had two teachers that helped me get through High School. I hated high school, I was picked on and had one friend. It sucked. My English teacher was so easy to speak with. I had her for all three years I was there and she gave me my love of writing. I was also severely depressed and she would help me think things through. If it wasn't for her, I probably would still be stuck repeating some grades because I would have started skipping school. The other teacher... I can't even truly say was MY teacher. She didn't even teach at my school, but at my brothers. The music teacher was amazing. When the band at my high school didn't get the funding for the program she let me join the OTHER high school band. She was amazing and if it wasn't for her, I would never have the love of music I do now and she provided an escape from my high school. I was able to go on field trips to perform with the other school and made some truly wonderful friends. I even received a scholarship because she thought I deserved one. It was a shock at my graduation when I received a music scholarship when there wasn't even a music program at my school. XD

kitty_kat · March 2011

my 2-5th grade teachers happend to be the best teachers I ever had. Im graduating high school this year but now my sister goes to that elementry school and i love going to teh school events with her to see my teachers who all remember me and love me lmao. My favorite though was my 2nd grade teacher who is family friend. She was the one that had all the animals in her room and made learning extremly fun. She also worked at the horse stables my mom did when my mom was my age. She is a very special lady, and i love talking to her whenever I can.

iluvdogs111 · March 2011

My current science teacher is awesome! He lets the class gets out of control but I love him anyways. He is very patient, funny, and so caring. He's more like a friend or uncle or something to the students.....

You can talk to him about anything, drama, dating, etc, and he won't care. My other teachers don't want to even listen to who's dating who, they will just tell you to be quiet and say they don't care. My science teacher will listen and offer advice, and help you out. He also makes fun of his students often and will join in on rude comments, but make it in a just kidding way, not a mean way. Whenever we need to complain about something, we always go to this teacher because he will be understanding. Earth Science is extremly boring, but I enjoy coming to his class because he adds in stories and jokes to the boring stuff.

SunnyDaysDontLie · March 2011

I actually sent that post to my teacher, unedited, in an email. This was my response, which was edited, due to some personal info about his family being in there. "just when i think i have you figured out, you go and pontificate like this. you never cease to amaze me . i thank you for putting your feelings into words. it brought a tear to my eye and a smile to my face on a night when the news of -personal issue-. never underestimate yourself and the positive effect you can have on the lives of others. and by god, if i am still alive ,i will be there when you graduate. i hope you don't mind if i share this with -history teacher- this is the kind of thing that gives us the strength to deal with 115 kids everyday. have a great day and keep making me proud. i'm always here for you." Do you see why I love this guy? ;D Best science teacher, ever.

Cybergirl · March 2011

I have really good relationships with all my teachers because I work hard and I do my work well, so they all like me. But one of the most influential teachers Ive had isnt from school, but my drum teacher. If I have a problem hell let me talk about it and give me advice. I honestly dont know if he cares or not, but it helps. Ive even noticed he changed a lot of my veiws and opinions on things, and I even talk like he does now. Sometimes Ill say something and my friends are like "...I dont even know what that means." or "When did you start using those words?" I think its kind of funny (:

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