An Open Letter To The Teacher Who Made An Impact On My Life | The Odyssey Online
Start writing a post
Student Life

An Open Letter To The Teacher Who Made An Impact On My Life

"Education is the key to success in life, and teachers make a lasting impact in the lives of their students."

10801
An Open Letter To The Teacher Who Made An Impact On My Life
Alison Marie

To the teacher who made an impact on my life,

Going to your class everyday was a comfort to me. I may not have always liked your lesson plan but it was still bittersweet to leave your class. Even after I graduated and went to college and you moved on to better things, you still manage to check in on me and that means a lot.

 

I’ve had a lot of great teachers, but none of them were quite as special to me as you. You’ve taught me so much, in both the classroom and in life. I learned what was required by the school board from you but more importantly, I learned who I want to be. Every day you inspired me and helped mold who I am. I am so appreciative of all I have learned from you.

 

You let me into your life. You saw something in me that other teachers may not have and more importantly, you saw my potential, encouraged me to be the best I could be, and cheered me on in all I did. You treated me like your third child.

 

You listened to me talk about my love life, friends, and family problems endlessly and never failed to have good advice. You made me feel important when the world was getting too hard and in return, you trusted me with your most personal secrets and I feel honored you put your trust in me.

 

Seeing how you handled yourself in hard times made me want to be a better person. I look up to you and I want to make a difference in students lives like you did for so many. I want to be the teacher kids run to when they need to get away from their home lives. You are the reason I hope to become a teacher.

 

I may have been your favorite student (let’s be honest) but you went out of your way for every single student who walked through your door, even the ones who didn’t deserve your kindness. You didn’t have to do that, but that’s just who you are. You see the good in people.

I know it’s easy to get discouraged when students don’t respect you, and the administration doesn’t appreciate you but you never let that affect your teaching.

 

I don’t know if anyone has ever truly thanked you for all you do. Your job is to stick to the assigned curriculum and grade our papers but in my opinion, that isn’t what makes a teacher. The dedication to seeing your students succeed in all aspects of their lives is what makes good a teacher, and you are the best one I’ve ever had. So on behalf of every student whose life you’ve touched, thank you.

 

I feel so privileged to have had you as my teacher and one of my best friends. No matter where we go in our lives, you’ll always be one of my biggest inspirations.

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Entertainment

Every Girl Needs To Listen To 'She Used To Be Mine' By Sara Bareilles

These powerful lyrics remind us how much good is inside each of us and that sometimes we are too blinded by our imperfections to see the other side of the coin, to see all of that good.

162490
Every Girl Needs To Listen To 'She Used To Be Mine' By Sara Bareilles

The song was sent to me late in the middle of the night. I was still awake enough to plug in my headphones and listen to it immediately. I always did this when my best friend sent me songs, never wasting a moment. She had sent a message with this one too, telling me it reminded her so much of both of us and what we have each been through in the past couple of months.

Keep Reading...Show less
Zodiac wheel with signs and symbols surrounding a central sun against a starry sky.

What's your sign? It's one of the first questions some of us are asked when approached by someone in a bar, at a party or even when having lunch with some of our friends. Astrology, for centuries, has been one of the largest phenomenons out there. There's a reason why many magazines and newspapers have a horoscope page, and there's also a reason why almost every bookstore or library has a section dedicated completely to astrology. Many of us could just be curious about why some of us act differently than others and whom we will get along with best, and others may just want to see if their sign does, in fact, match their personality.

Keep Reading...Show less
Entertainment

20 Song Lyrics To Put A Spring Into Your Instagram Captions

"On an island in the sun, We'll be playing and having fun"

49175
Person in front of neon musical instruments; glowing red and white lights.
Photo by Spencer Imbrock on Unsplash

Whenever I post a picture to Instagram, it takes me so long to come up with a caption. I want to be funny, clever, cute and direct all at the same time. It can be frustrating! So I just look for some online. I really like to find a song lyric that goes with my picture, I just feel like it gives the picture a certain vibe.

Here's a list of song lyrics that can go with any picture you want to post!

Keep Reading...Show less
Chalk drawing of scales weighing "good" and "bad" on a blackboard.
WP content

Being a good person does not depend on your religion or status in life, your race or skin color, political views or culture. It depends on how good you treat others.

We are all born to do something great. Whether that be to grow up and become a doctor and save the lives of thousands of people, run a marathon, win the Noble Peace Prize, or be the greatest mother or father for your own future children one day. Regardless, we are all born with a purpose. But in between birth and death lies a path that life paves for us; a path that we must fill with something that gives our lives meaning.

Keep Reading...Show less
Health and Wellness

10 Hygiene Tips For All College Athletes

College athletes, it's time we talk about sports hygiene.

43881
Woman doing pull-ups on bars with sun shining behind her.

I got a request to talk about college athletes hygiene so here it is.

College athletes, I get it, you are busy! From class, to morning workouts, to study table, to practice, and more. But that does not excuse the fact that your hygiene comes first! Here are some tips when it comes to taking care of your self.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments