Columns, Opinion By Mary Templeton, Guest Columnist
Our Washougal teachers are at the “heart” of this district’s success and we are thankful for their dedication and commitment to our students.
We value and appreciate the entire team of educators, but would like to highlight the unique investment that our certificated staff — including teachers, librarians, counselors, nurses and school psychologists — make in the lives of our children.
The week of May 6-10 has been designated as “Certificated Staff Appreciation Week,” and how fitting that we are able to celebrate the important role that our teachers play in helping us realize our vision for excellence and high performance. Our certificated employees work tirelessly to ensure that all of our students are successful.
Research is clear that teachers matter … and they matter tremendously. An excellent teacher has the power to influence success outcomes for a lifetime. Regardless of political influence or social change, teachers have always been the “heroes” in our society. It is the teacher who is the “molder of dreams,” the “shaper of future success.” Our teachers inspire us, challenge us, encourage us, educate us and love us.
This is true service, and I am proud to not only be a teacher but to lead our troupe of teachers in the Washougal School District.
