I guess this is the end of Mr. Marshall's Pender Blog for the time being. As I post this, nearly 18,000 views would suggest it has been a useful endeavor. I would like to thank you for your part in what has been for me, a wonderful past number of years. We have had our ups and downs and been affected by stressors from within and without our school, but through it all, we have managed. I like to think that a big reason for that is the family atmosphere that we have. Yes, our school is small and no, it doesn't offer the broad selection of courses and activities that a larger school can, but we do feel connected and cared-for. I have always tried to foster a sense of academic and personal responsibility for you, without neglecting the need for laughs. I have tried to adapt our classroom to follow what I see as best practices and that has meant the need for flexibility on your part. I like to think that we have fostered a relationship of mutual trust and respect and the result has been the creation of what I hope you will agree has been a desirable place to be. In school, we often talk about how teachers help students, but I want to acknowledge that you have helped me. There is no doubt that I leave Pender a better teacher than I arrived and I wish to thank you for supporting my pursuits both inside and outside of Room 102.
I'll be thinking of you...
