(Written Aug. 24, 2013)
Jimmy Annanack was in my class for a couple of years. Sadly, he isn't coming any more. I enjoyed having him in my class, but I think it was just seemed like too much for him to stick with it. He was a determined guy, who taught me a lot about the limits to a teacher's encouragement. I could never help him see how much potential I saw in him. It bothered me at first but it was a great lesson to learn.
Education is a community affair. Teachers play one small part, but the student themself, the parents, elders, mayor, council, FM announcer, school janitor, store manager, etc. etc. all play a part in empowering, teaching and helping the student to get to where they need to be.
Thank you Jimmy for being there while you were. I wish you the best in everything you do!
Theme song for today: We Come Running by Youngblood Hawke
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