On 10/02/08, suribabu.p wrote:
> On 6/16/08, Twyla wrote:
>> On 11/16/04, jan wrote:
>>> Does anyone have a poem to send to a teacher who is
>>> retiring? We have worked together for many years on so
>>> many things. Field Trips, team teaching, teacher's
>>> association, meetings, brain storming, etc. WOuld like to
>>> say a few words...can you help me?
>>> Thanks,
>>> Jan
>>
>>
>> Dear Jan,
>>
>> Here is a poem that I have written for my teacher that has
>> taught me for 13 years. She recently retired after 29 years
>> of being a teacher!
>>
>> Enjoy!
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> Some stars always shine,
>> Some stars never fade.
>> That's the star we’re celebrating,
>> The luminary of twenty-nine years.
>>
>> Christine Pugh is moving on,
>> Her time has come to pass.
>> She's heading to retirement,
>> No more days in class.
>>
>> Christine went into teaching
>> To make a difference in lots of lives.
>> Now she deserves our praises,
>> Academic-type high fives.
>>
>> Her classroom management was tops,
>> Her teaching style supreme.
>> Christine should have been published in Scholastic books,
>> She's truly on the beam.
>>
>> The gratitude her students express
>> Are marvels of grace and love.
>> Christine's legacy is crystal clear,
>> She'd always go the extra mile.
>>
>> Her life outside the classroom,
>> Always varied, always full.
>> Christine has it every way,Every push, every pull.
>>
>> With husband John, a life of love,
>> Two kids to just adore.
>> Chloe and Gareth,
>> Who could ask for anything more?
>>
>> But more is what she has,
>> Every single day.
>>
>> She's a model of consideration,
>> Kind-hearted, full of cheer.
>> If anybody wants to know,
>> Christine Pugh is just a dear.
>>
>> Lovely and unique,
>> Long lustrous hair.
>> Always dresses in top fashion,
>> Christine is truly rare.
>>
>> Her smile is just infectious,
>> A chronic sparkle in her eyes.
>> Christine, we'll really miss you,
>> All the girls and guys.
>>
>> So positive in your nature,
>> And nurturing in your ways.
>> You are a legend of the classroom,
>> Who never fails to amaze.
>> Now it's time to explore new paths,
>> Out in the world and ambling.
>> To have fun and new adventures,
>> And perhaps -- more time for shopping!
>>
>> Just know we wish you well,
>> In fact, you deserve the best.
>> As teachers go, and as people,
>> You're just better than the rest.
>>
>> With boundless warmth to match your own,
>> And gratitude for all your pluck,
>> Thank you, Christine, We’ll miss you.
>> And we wish you forever luck.
>>
>>

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