Continuing Thanks for the Good Guys

It's good to see that there are folks out there who take some time to remember a favorite teacher. Folks like this English Teachers Network - where people have noticed great teachers of all disciplines, or the UW professor who asked writer alumni to name their favorite teachers. Sure there are the favorite or best teacher awards out there. But it's great to just see postings here and there that aren't sponsored by an organization, government (no child left behind, for sure -- we're going to leave whole districts behind instead), or corporation. Just words of thanks out in the world from students to the teachers who made a difference in their lives. Whether a blog in California, or the staff of a small Wyoming newspaper, or a Canadian blog discussing favorite music teachers, there are thousands of people who take time on the net to stop and praise the teachers who helped direct and influence their lives.

So take a moment to stop and think about your favorite teacher today. That man or women whose extra efforts on your behalf made a difference.