August 4, 2002
Students,
This will be an exciting year for all of us. This year I will be working a "National Board of Professional Teaching Standards" certification; a complex and rewarding process to improve teaching.
As part of this certification process, I will be focusing closely on your work so that I may tailor my instruction to fit your needs. Also as part of the certification process I will be asking for your permission to videotape the class so that I may analyze my teaching as it happens.
I believe strongly that education is a right. I also feel the professional responsibility to achieve the highest level of training so that I may be a better teacher for you.
School is a wonderful place as it creates opportunity. Without schools nearly all of us would be under the thumb of someone more powerful. Education is freedom.
Work hard at your education, don't let it slip away; every second counts. Your life is a treasure.
Sincerely,
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