Words, actions leave lasting impacts

By Abigail Bremkamp, CR-B publications student

 

The holiday season is oftentimes considered a “season of giving.” While material gifts are generally given, some of the most lasting gifts are when people share their thoughts and feelings about others.

 

CR-B high school students reflect on their first semester successes and share their appreciation for some of their teachers.

 

“Mrs. Meiners is just so kind and cares a lot about the kids and helps them get their work done,” said freshman Brylie Behrens.

 

Sophomore Aaron Irlbeck and junior Landon Cook appreciate their teachers for their leadership both in and out of the classroom.

 

“Mrs. Heydon has made a great impact on me,” Irlbeck said. “I appreciate that she is always positive, energetic, helpful, and she always has a smile on her face. She is an awesome leader as a teacher and as a Crusaders for Christ leader.”

 

“Mr. Lindsay is very relatable, and he is our coach for football so that has helped us get us closer to him,” Cook said. 

 

Senior Macy Thompson is looking to pursue a career in education, and she appreciates the hands-on learning she is receiving this year.

 

“Mrs. Esdohr has been a huge inspiration for me this year,” she said. I went into her classroom and observed her kindergarten class because next year I will be majoring in elementary education. She has inspired me to also become a kindergarten teacher because she is kind, engaged with her students, and she makes her classroom a fun environment.”

 

A “season of giving” doesn’t have to just be physical gifts handed from one person to another. Words and actions oftentimes have a greater impact in the long run.