Teacher Welcomes Students To School In Special Way, Writes Inspirational Note That's Going Viral

May 25, 2019 by apost team

A teacher from Queensland, Australia crafted an incredibly thoughtful letter for her incoming class. The fourth grade teacher at Bowen State School has learned that many students have anxiety and stress about entering a new grade.

In an attempt to help her class feel more comfortable and confident, the teacher decided to put in some extra effort. She wrote a letter for the incoming class and offered a goodie bag to each student.

The poetic letter was designed to make each student feel more confident about their transition into fourth grade. In the goodie bags, the teacher placed a series of school supplies which corresponded with a sentiment expressed in the letter.

The eraser was intended to remind the students that mistakes are inevitable and acceptable. The stickers expressed how the class and teacher would stick together throughout the year.

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The teacher included a puzzle in the bags to express how each student fits together in the class like an individual puzzle piece. The bookmarks expressed how each student has a place in the class. She also included smarties to remind each student of their smarts.

Towards the end of the letter, the teacher encouraged her students to try their best, work hard, and aim high.

Sometimes, teachers have to make an extra effort to make their students feel more welcomed and accepted. This is especially true for shy students who are moving into a new grade.

Teachers throughout the world prove that even the smallest gestures can have positive effects.

There is no doubt that each student was excited and relieved upon reading the letter. First and foremost, every child loves receiving gifts. Secondly, each student can appreciate a welcoming teacher.

Pictures of this teacher's letter were posted on social media and have since gone viral. With thousands of likes, shares, and comments, it is clear that the students weren't the only people to appreciate this gesture. In fact, a spokesperson from the Department of Education in Queensland released an official statement regarding the letter. They shared that the letter was an example of the welcoming atmosphere that teachers have created at Bowen State School.

The spokesperson continued to explain how the school has several dedicated teachers who devise creative ways to help students feel more comfortable and confident for the upcoming year.

Do you remember any teacher that inspired you during your school years? Let us know in the comments!