Tonight, I saw the film Bully, a documentary following several students who had been bullied throughout the course of a year. On one hand, it reaffirms my decision to teach, to help kids, to make a difference. On the other hand, it reminds me of how much weight the job title of "teacher" holds. That is, if you want to do it well. And I do. More than anything.
Every time I watch these films that showcase everything that could possibly be wrong with the educational system, I get excited to teach. But when I think about the actualities I will face in my classroom each day, the thought of it absolutely terrifies me. It excites me, but it terrifies me at the same time. That, my friends, is a story for another time. (It's late and if I get into it now, I fear I may not sleep any time soon...)
But in the mean time, if you care about children, see this film!
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