Erianah's Blog

School is essential part of our lives. It serves as the first learning place for most people, where we learn the fundamentals of life. From my experiences in public school, I believe it prepares us for our near future and introduces us to obstacles that we will face. In the Education Code of Texas Chapter 4 it states, "The Mission of the public education system of this state is to ensure that all Texas Children have access to a quality education that enables them to achieve their potential and fully participate now and in the future in the social, economic, and educational opportunities of our state and nation." Education enables children to develop their full potential, it is about both helping individuals learn and grow and to create a successful and prosperous society. In my years in school, the most i feel that i have gained is maturity and respect. From learning basic education to now understanding that there is a true meaning behind what we are all taught. For example, ...

 Why Teach?  Once you start kindergarten the first question you get asked is "what do you want to be when you grow up?". Simple, a rockstar, a mermaid, a superhero and of course many more, but for me was to be a teacher. At that age I didn't know why or even know what the meaning of teaching was, but I knew I wanted to be looked up to. Elementary was my favorite growing up, even though I was a bit rambunctious and was always put on yellow and red for bad behavior, I still loved going to school. When I was in 2nd grade I had trouble reading which was a huge struggle for me, so I was put into Host, which was a program to help students like me who struggled to read. I HATED host. I felt that I was never understood or motivated because of how bad I was treated by the teachers. It made me feel embarrassed because of how bad I struggled and discouraged to feel that I was never going to get better. All I wanted and needed was patience and support. It wasn't until I met Ms. R...