March 23, 2005

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I was coming back from lower Hutt today and heard an interview on National Radio by Wayne Mowat. It was some young guy who grew up in West Auckland, and was told by his teachers that he would never amount to much. And by the time he was seventeen he was in prison. He got out on a diversion scheme, and at that time decided that he was going to go away from the gangs and drugs, and make something of himself. He worked in a factory for a while, and then decided to go to teachers college. At his interview, he was asked what he would do if he did not get in, and he replied "I'll see you again next year". And they let him in. He got a scholarship, and got his degree. Got involved in sign language, did the translators course, worked for the deaf association and is now teaching in an intermediate school. I found his story inspiring. And that line about if you don't let me in this year, I'll just apply again till I get in, that level of determination is awesome.

But I did wonder if I had taught him! And if I had said he wouldn't amount to much. I hope not...

I was in a school today briefly, delivering some plants, and all the classes sounded so busy in a very productive way. Except for the very quiet classes. My room frequently rocked, a lot too much, but we got lots done. I would like more sound proofing round my perfect classroom so we could stop whispering.

Had a phone Cference with the supervisors, and it is very noticeable which one is doing more work on my behalf. He's a great leader, that supervisor of mine.

Posted by Toni at March 23, 2005 07:52 PM
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