“There are
only two days in the year that nothing can be done. One is called yesterday and the other is
called tomorrow…- Dalai Lama
As we approach
the new year, many quotes or anecdotes emerge, either urging teachers to do
something new or reinforcing their already strong ideas about education. Like most educators, my social media feed has
been no different. However, when I saw
this quote, I immediately stopped to think about what it really meant on a
personal level.
When I reflect
on my students from past years, I know that I cannot erase the carbon footprint
on their educational journey. Dalai Lama’s
inspirational words are true. We cannot
do anything to change the past. Yet,
worrying about how our impact on students we will have in the future is also
futile. We must focus on the students we
have in front of us at this very moment.
School year 2019-2020 should be one for the books. We have all of the tools
necessary to excel as educators. Let’s
make this a truly incredible year with our students.
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