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Published 12:00 am Saturday, August 21, 1999
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Get high on life
Harold Keller / L’Observateur / August 21, 1999
As we start another school year, I’m reminded of the awesome responsibility that our school personnel have, especially our teachers and counselors.
I really don’t have many regrets in life. God has been so good to theKellers, but I’ve often envied the role of a teacher – to have the opportunity to mold and mature young minds that are hungry for knowledge.
Yes, I do realize that today is different. The challenge is almostimpossible. Many of our children have been abused, neglected, unloved,undisciplined and, in some cases, almost hopeless. I say almost hopelessbecause I still believe in miracles and the greatest miracle is a changed life. I know that our teachers can make a difference.Speaking for myself, I know in the past that I’ve been guilty of not appreciating, and even criticizing the people responsible for the education of our children.
As we start this school year, my appeal to the parents of school-age children is to turn off the television, get involved, encourage your children and support our teachers.
My message to all the school personnel, the school board, the administration, teachers, counselors, bus drivers, cafeteria workers, volunteers and maintenance personnel, is to look each day for an opportunity to touch a child in a positive way.
To all the students – take advantage of the opportunity to get a good education. Be the best person that you can be. Respect yourself and otherpeople will respect you. Encourage each other with words and actions,especially a smile, and last but not least, remember our teachers are people, too. They deserve love in return. Encourage them at everyopportunity.
Our school systems in America are in trouble. With man, the situationseems hopeless, but with God, all things are possible.
To all the teachers in the community, I say thanks for caring. Weappreciate and love you. Have a great year!
Harold Keller is a regular columnist for L’Observateur.
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