When I grow up....

Dear Ms. Courtney Waters,

Thank you for being the best team teacher that a girl could ever have. It was a long summer, but you were there every step of the way. You set the bar high in our classroom. You never let me slack, and when I did, you were there to give me advice on how to be better. Watching you teach was a pleasure. You did not have to demand respect from the students, you commanded it when you stood before them. I would sit there and say to myself, "WOW, why can't I do that!" Your teacher presence shows how hard you have worked as a classroom teacher. I was impressed with your professionalism throughout summer school, as well as your willingness to go above and beyond to help me be a better teacher. In meetings, you always laid out your expectations for our class as well as gave positive feedback. You were always open to suggestions and
I hope that one day, I can command a classroom in the way that you did. I hope that all of the lessons that you taught stick with me. I also hope that I am as successful as you were within my district. I enjoyed listening to your accomplishments. It made me realize that there is light at the end of the tunnel. Thank you for being a positive voice, even when I messed up or did something wrong. Your approach to TEAM teaching built me up in ways that words cannot explain. When I grow up (as a teacher), I want to be like you; for your spirit as a teacher shines through your presence in the classroom.