Shout out to all the first EDS Cohorts.  You are an amazing group of ladies and gentleman.  I have learned so much from each and everyone of you and wish you the best.  From you all, I have a renewed hope in our profession.  In many ways, more practical ways, I have learned to have more hope, practice, patience, and to view from an other’s point of view; I hope to carry all your teachings into my classroom teachings next year.   We have struggled through readings, papers, personal pains, and school reform needs, but at the end we have all grown emotionally, socially, intellectually, psychologically, and any other ___ally’s you can imagine.

To the girls in BOTH Northeast Region, thank you.  I have learned that even Tritt Tigers have issues to deal with at their school.  I have learned that the Tigers are more like Tiggers.  They are loving, caring, playful group of teachers who inspire me.   OH, and knowledgeable, too. 

From the Northeast Rocks group, I have learned to open up my weaknesses and seek help.  I have built rapport with you and learned how I really enjoy hanging out with you ladies and how much we have in common.  I have learned that we will be life long friends and professional go-to’s.  I am lucky to have you met you and you inspire me daily.

Lastly, my students inspire me.  Despite their limitations, they have learned to adapt and prosper.  Who couldn’t learn from them?  They are the Energizer Bunnies.  They keep going and keep me going.  I will miss them greatly next year but will always keep them in mind when doing lesson plans reflecting on whether I have done my job to reach every child.  They are my hope, my possibilities, my reasons for action.