Happy New Year.
Yep, it's been ages since I've posted anything. Had a long posting recapping the events of last year, but I think I'll start with something more close to my heart. I just realised that after all this while, I haven't mentioned anything much about my dear students...
Well, after a series of comments on my Facebook status...and some events that went around last semester, I found out that my students are also a part of my life. Aside from going through this new life as a husband, I was happy to have this other group of people sharing this part of my life with me. They were there when I was single...and now married. They have seen me go through that part of life, as I have seen them grow in their life as Unisel students.
A few semesters ago, the first batch of FSSR (used to be FTSSI) students did their final diploma show, and there I saw those in DG01 did one helluva job. Their show was held in the main hall with no partition and nothing else. They had to come up with their own way to display their works...and they did it. They pulled it off. I couldn't have been any prouder. I know I didn't say it much to them on how I felt, but I do hope they felt it. Weird that I hooked up with these kids in their later semesters but they clicked with me good...They're a rowdy bunch, but hardworking..a bit blur on things sometimes but their heart is in the right place...And I couldn't be any prouder to see them graduate...and hopefully will continue their studies in degree...which as I type this, are already in.
Another bunch of kids are from DG02...now this kids are totally new in the beginning with me but instantly clicked. They're very-very close to my wife and she was the one that introduced me to them...And with one class with them, I saw a group that had a lot of potential. Heh...I know I don't know all of them, but I know that they're a good bunch of kids who just wants to do their best. And deep in my heart I believe they can be the best that they can. As I get to know them, the more I became fond of these fellas...and some actually chose me to be their supervisor and for me that is an honor. Sadly, during their final diploma presentation me and my wife couldn't be with them but somehow I think they knew that we were with them in spirit. And they did a spectacular show. We saw the pictures of their event and just like DG01, I couldn't be any prouder. I wished, people would take notice of them and get to know these kids and then you'll understand why I've come to be fond of DG02.
And the bunch that I've seen grow up literally in front of me is DG03...why? I have been with them since they joined Unisel. 4 groups, and only recently I met 03C...Despite being the last to meet up with me, they welcomed me and we bonded and now its as though I've known them just as long as any of the other groups. Along the semesters, I have seen them grow...some became better people, some didn't change and some dropped out...But one thing for sure is that I will miss them the most when they leave...Because they are actually the closest to me. They joined Unisel the same time as me. We share something. And yes, when I look at all of them I see my dear children. As I see them grow, they have seen the same with me. Currently they're doing their practical training and like every parent, I'm worried about them. Will they be okay? Will they be bullied? But I have to know that they'll be fine. And deep in my heart, I know they are.
As I mention of these groups and batches, I know that I'm not suppose to be too attached to students. Since students come and go. Juniors will replace seniors and so on. So being attached is really not good.
But, as usual...I don't really care. They are full of energy and life and being their lecturer and friend has taught me a lot of things. Most of all is humility. We must never think that our position is superior than another cause no matter how great you are, there are always someone better. And being humble will earn respect and makes you a better human being.
I've learned a lot about life ever since I became an educator and thanks to my dear students.
Yep, it's been ages since I've posted anything. Had a long posting recapping the events of last year, but I think I'll start with something more close to my heart. I just realised that after all this while, I haven't mentioned anything much about my dear students...
Well, after a series of comments on my Facebook status...and some events that went around last semester, I found out that my students are also a part of my life. Aside from going through this new life as a husband, I was happy to have this other group of people sharing this part of my life with me. They were there when I was single...and now married. They have seen me go through that part of life, as I have seen them grow in their life as Unisel students.
A few semesters ago, the first batch of FSSR (used to be FTSSI) students did their final diploma show, and there I saw those in DG01 did one helluva job. Their show was held in the main hall with no partition and nothing else. They had to come up with their own way to display their works...and they did it. They pulled it off. I couldn't have been any prouder. I know I didn't say it much to them on how I felt, but I do hope they felt it. Weird that I hooked up with these kids in their later semesters but they clicked with me good...They're a rowdy bunch, but hardworking..a bit blur on things sometimes but their heart is in the right place...And I couldn't be any prouder to see them graduate...and hopefully will continue their studies in degree...which as I type this, are already in.
Another bunch of kids are from DG02...now this kids are totally new in the beginning with me but instantly clicked. They're very-very close to my wife and she was the one that introduced me to them...And with one class with them, I saw a group that had a lot of potential. Heh...I know I don't know all of them, but I know that they're a good bunch of kids who just wants to do their best. And deep in my heart I believe they can be the best that they can. As I get to know them, the more I became fond of these fellas...and some actually chose me to be their supervisor and for me that is an honor. Sadly, during their final diploma presentation me and my wife couldn't be with them but somehow I think they knew that we were with them in spirit. And they did a spectacular show. We saw the pictures of their event and just like DG01, I couldn't be any prouder. I wished, people would take notice of them and get to know these kids and then you'll understand why I've come to be fond of DG02.
And the bunch that I've seen grow up literally in front of me is DG03...why? I have been with them since they joined Unisel. 4 groups, and only recently I met 03C...Despite being the last to meet up with me, they welcomed me and we bonded and now its as though I've known them just as long as any of the other groups. Along the semesters, I have seen them grow...some became better people, some didn't change and some dropped out...But one thing for sure is that I will miss them the most when they leave...Because they are actually the closest to me. They joined Unisel the same time as me. We share something. And yes, when I look at all of them I see my dear children. As I see them grow, they have seen the same with me. Currently they're doing their practical training and like every parent, I'm worried about them. Will they be okay? Will they be bullied? But I have to know that they'll be fine. And deep in my heart, I know they are.
As I mention of these groups and batches, I know that I'm not suppose to be too attached to students. Since students come and go. Juniors will replace seniors and so on. So being attached is really not good.
But, as usual...I don't really care. They are full of energy and life and being their lecturer and friend has taught me a lot of things. Most of all is humility. We must never think that our position is superior than another cause no matter how great you are, there are always someone better. And being humble will earn respect and makes you a better human being.
I've learned a lot about life ever since I became an educator and thanks to my dear students.
