Each year, our school presents one senior that was a former student of our school with a scholarship. Tonight, I had the honor of announcing the recipient of the East Lincoln Elementary Scholarship...one of my former students.
I don't particularly like public speaking but it went ok...and I was not going to turn this chance blessing down! I don't remember everything I said, but I do remember describing this young man when I had him in third grade. I will always remember him with a huge smile on his face. He was full of hopes and dreams even in third grade, and I knew he would go far! He has accomplished so much in his high school years...and will continue doing so as he heads off to Belmont College on a scholarship, as well!
Actually, I had the pleasure of teaching all of the kids in this precious family! They are all doing great things! Great kids! Great parents! Me...blessed!!! This is what it's all about!
{The oldest girl isn't pictured as she is away at college. Luckily the oldest son was home from college for the awards ceremony}.
How awesome to do this for one of your former students. I don't like public speaking, but sometimes I HAVE to force myself to do it.:) Connie:) www.welcometofirstgraderoom5.blogspot.com
Such a great experience that you got to present a former student with a scholarship! Wonderful!
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How awesome to do this for one of your former students. I don't like public speaking, but sometimes I HAVE to force myself to do it.:)
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