Mr. Shafie

As a secondary school student, I never took a moment to stop and think. The sacrifice and dedication teachers put in just to see their students success in their studies. Now I know, being in the real scene, in the staff room of Teck Whye Secondary School.

After every lesson, there is mad rush in the staff room. Teachers running here and there to get their resources ready and marking of assignments. Some discussing with other teachers on ways to strategies their teaching approach. some were just too tired. from their expression, seems like they were worn out from the day.
But it isnt all bad.

I asked one of the senior teacher, what kept her motivated to continue teaching till more than 15 years. She said, its the students. and yes, I believe her answer was genuine. Just 3 weeks, and i already felt this relationship with the students. The feeling that we need to guide them and its our responsibility that the students grow up to be useful adults. One day, this sec 1 student named Chester, gave me a look straight to eye. I asked him whats wrong. He kept quiet. Then I asked about his assignment. Somehow, I asked about his parents. and he gave a look that really touches my heart. He told me about how his parents is divorced and he is not living with his parents. I felt for Chester. He seems cheerful and playful like any other kids but when he told me about his story, I looked up to him as strong-willed person.

One more week ahead, and I must say, how I wish I can continue to stay on and watch the sec 1s move on the next stages of their life.