An Open Letter To All The Courageous Teachers In The World
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An Open Letter To All The Courageous Teachers In The World

I am sorry for all the tragedies..

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An Open Letter To All The Courageous Teachers In The World
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Dear Teachers,

In light of the terrible things happening in schools, I need to stop and thank you. Going to work every day should not be filled with such uncertainty when you are trying to spread knowledge. I cannot imagine the agony you go through when thinking of your family and your students.

You work to push the next generation to be better, you selflessly put your time and hard earned money into a job which has now asked you to consider what you would do in light of a shooting.

Every day, I watch to see what may happen in the world and I fear the next casualty. It is time we turn the conversation to you all. One person may not have the answers, but you should be the focus of the conversation.

Change is needed - this much has become obvious - and you are making the choice to dedicate your career to children, the children who we are trying to protect; and those we are trying to protect against.

As one of the most overlooked groups, it is time we acknowledge the strength and dedication it now takes to be a teacher. Many must consider more than just their own safety. I can never imagine having to make a decision between my children/child or my students.

It may seem like an easy choice, but in the moment what do you do? You have chosen a career which asks so much of you, and continues to ask more. I pray your family, co-workers and students hug you a little tighter.

I pray that there will be no more tragedy. I pray that no one else shall have to suffer. I pray that your job could be one of love and happiness, not one of fear and tragedy.

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