| By msdean4dps - Mar 17, 2010 1:26:24 PM ET |
I read an article in the newspaper today regarding several Detroit Public Schools that are slated to be closed. I read it near the beginning of my school day, fighting back tears, not for myself, but for those affected, such as colleagues with whom I have stood with, laughed with, shared lesson plans,classroom management strategies, and other events that are part of being in the teacherhood.
Before I could read the posted story twice, one of my co-workers told me to get the wrinkles out of my face and to remember the source of my strength. Instead of "grieving", fight back with faith, and focus on the fact that there are blessings yet to be experienced, even in the midst of a happening such as this.
She was right. I slowly began to turn my mind around and instead wish favor on those colleagues and the communities that they serve.
I also prayed that they would have strength for the journey...and an ability to look ahead and not look back.
You see...the "List" affects everyone.
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Erica M Dean currently teaches at Clippert Academy, A Detroit Public School.
You can follow her on Twitter @msdean4dps
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