Honoring Two Fine Teachers

It's funny how circular life can be.   Many of you know that prior to becoming principal of Springer, I was a history teacher at Blach for 15 years.   So, when I came over to take over the helm at Springer, one thing that I was struck by the realization that I actually taught a number of our staff's own children while at Blach.  At the beginning of my career at Springer, I could count no less than 9 staff members whose own children spent time in my classroom at Blach.  I thought this was a great connection; to know these Springer faculty members first, as parents, and then as colleagues.

I had the great pleasure of teaching both Mrs. Marie Smith's and Mrs. Barbara Hennings' sons while at Blach. Then, I had the even greater pleasure to work with Mrs. Smith and Mrs. Hennings here at Springer over the last 5 years.   And now, the circle of life has me being the last principal that these two exemplary educators have worked with.   Please join me in wishing both Mrs. Smith and Mrs. Hennings a happy and successful journey--as both will be retiring at the end of this year.

Both Mrs. Smith and Mrs. Hennings are skilled, caring, dedicated and outstanding teachers.  The impact they have made on the lives of so many children cannot be measured.  They will be able to look back on their teaching careers knowing that they gave their all to their students through loving support, while pushing them to do their best.  Their former students know the quality of teacher they had if they spent a year in either Mrs. Smith's or Mrs. Hennings' classroom.  A common sight on campus is to see their former students finding their teacher and giving them a hug.   I know the Springer community will miss them greatly.  I know I will as a principal, friend, and former teacher of their own children.

I will announce staffing for the 2014-15 school year in a couple of weeks.  

Have a great weekend.