User talk:Cbyrd012

Hi Catherine! I agree with your philosophy so much, especially when you say that not everyone is born to be a teacher. The more I talk to teachers I meet or already know, I'm finding out that the greatest teachers are the ones who teach from their heart, constantly trying to figure out the most creative and effective ways to teach, and not just for the salary. You sound like you are going to be one of the "great" kind. I certainly wish the best for you! Cthigpen (talk) 18:20, 4 February 2009 (UTC)

Hi, Catherine! We actually were raised very close to each other! I've lived in Hampton my whole life and went to Kecoughtan High School. Where did you go to high school? I completely agree with your philosophy of teaching. It's great that you are so driven! Ctown004 (talk) 06:23, 2 February 2009 (UTC)

Mkeit003 (talk) 20:49, 29 January 2009 (UTC) Hey Catherine! Great quote, and so true :)

Dear Catherine, You have a lot of great insight. I have many friends and family who teach and not all of them are cut out for it. It truly does take a special person. And, the person must have dedication and determination. I also love the quote and agree children learn by making connections and applying what they have learned to real life situations. Asimm018 (talk) 00:51, 31 January 2009 (UTC)

Hey! I agree with you completely! I feel children learn best with a hands on approach and being able to use their studies with every day life. Every child does learn differently and it does take a special person to be able to change what is being taught to reach out to every child. Nice meeting you! MChat004 (talk) 17:56, 1 February 2009 (UTC)

Dear Catherine, I totally agree with the quote that you have on your page. And I could see how having a big family and being around children all the time would make you want to be a teacher. I also really like what you said about teachers being special people here to have a good influence on the future. Are children are our future and that was a nice way of saying that. I truly believe teachers are special people, because I don't think just anyone could do it. You really have to have a passion for helping and influencing childrens lives. I'm glad I landed on your name when I was choosing an author. You kept it short sweet and honest, and I could tell you really beilieve in what you wrote. Nice to meet you too!20:32, 1 February 2009 (UTC)

Hey Catherine! I also come from a large family, and being around a lot of kids can really influence you to work with them when you get older. Your philosophy is really great and I completely agree that everyone is not born to be a teacher. Some people connect with students, while some are meant to work with people their own age or older. Every child learns differently and it takes a special person to realize that and tend to their needs. Also, I love your quote, it really is true and can be effective if you believe what you read! Good luck with everything and with your teaching career :) Court1031 (talk) 02:48, 2 February 2009 (UTC)