Teach On, Ms. Carr,Teach On

Teach On
through
the nodding heads
the talkative mouths
the non-hearing ears,
for amongst them are the many
who watch your every move
who offer their opinions constructively
who hear your every word.

Teach On
as if your life
their lives
our future depends upon it,
for in truth,
the lives of all are affected
by your choice to teach.

Teach On
through the meager salary
the long days
the work that goes unappreciated
and overlooked.

Teach On
for the act of educating is
doing God’s work.
In that action there is love.
Teach with love
so that love is what you teach.

Teach On
Knowing in your lessons
lays a piece of knowledge that
can change the fortunes of many.
Truly, only one other group of people
can speak of such a power and burden,
parents.

Teach On
with the knowledge that
you are making your mark on history.