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In reply to the discussion: Where did all the teachers go? [View all]dpatbrown
(368 posts)Just retired after teaching for 26 years in inter-city low income school. First let me say, regardless of the stress, demands, and expectations of performing miracles, it was very rewarding. Very difficult. Certainly an area where politicians only make it much worse.
Both my sons became teachers. One, a special ed teacher, and the other a high school history teacher. I'm very proud of them.
For me the biggest reward is staying in touch with several of my students, who are now in their 30's, many with their own children. Two will be coming over on Christmas Eve with their families.
Again, thanks for the post. I always tell people who want to criticize teachers to go teach in an inter-city school for a year, and then lets talk. That also goes for "NobodyHere".