In class 8 my teacher somehow helped me to change myself negative to positive and to build up my confidence level she urged me to participate in poetry,I did participate and after reciting my poem I felt so confident and I won but unfortunately when my name was called to recieve the price I was not able to go because of shock of winning i stood but I was unable everybody was laughing I was about to cry but when I saw my teacher's face she was smiling because of my winning and her smile was so satiafying that I went up the stage and recieved the price . I will always remember her smile.
17 Bright Side Readers Talked About the Teachers Whose Inspiration Changed Their Lives
People
03/25/2020

Many teachers have changed the lives of their students. Some have been inspiring, others have helped children achieve their dreams, and then there are those that have motivated their pupils to overcome their fears and insecurities. On many occasions, they’ve even pushed them to go after challenging professions. Their guidance has been magical for many, and so, they deserve a tribute for the meaning they’ve given to so many people’s lives.
Bright Side asked its readers to share their stories of the teachers they admired for their work in sending a message of peace, reconciliation, and dedication.
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Who was the teacher that had the most impact on you in your school years? We want to know everything they did for you, tell us in the comments!
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