My Manifesto

 

I am a teacher who stands up for my students against those who do not, who is in favor of speaking up against the powerful voices , who is a supporter of speaking against  those who do harm, and who is a defender of America against those who wish to tear it down. I am a teacher who favors the permanent struggle against division  and against oppression. I am a teacher who rejects  hatred, because it is responsible for so much pain in this world. I am a teacher full of light, in spite of darkness. I am a teacher who refuses to be swayed. I am a teacher proud of the success of my students. If I do not struggle for my students, then I will no longer be the educator I strive to be.

 

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  1. Dr. BensonSeptember 4, 2020 at 6:54 AM

    Hi Susan, I really appreciate how you emphasize your commitment to your students and struggling for/alongside them -- and at the same time how, to get the energy to do this, you remain "full of light."
    Thanks!

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    1. Sue Connole's Digital Literacy JourneySeptember 6, 2020 at 12:04 PM

      Thank you Dr. Benson. I try my best to teach my students where they are/meet their needs. I want each student to see success in school and in life. The struggle is real for a lot of my class. Life at home is not always easy. This is why I begin each day with a personal greeting to each child. I try to connect with their personal (outside of school) life. I try to be as positive and supportive as possible during our time together. This is how I try to remain "full of light"!

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