That’s the kind of exhaustion that’s worth it. When the last award is handed out and the last form is signed, but you still get chills just thinking about the kids standing there like they’ve already conquered the world. The teamwork part hit home too, no one does it alone. But the quiet moments, when you realize you’re the one who’ll remember the shy kid’s smile years later? Those are the real paychecks.
RE: Behind the Silence: A Teacher’s Journey Through Year-End Milestones