Bobby, thanks for sharing. For some of our students we may be the only positive voice they hear. They get enough about what they cannot accomplish and how unworthy they may be from home, friends, peers and the like. Do not take for granted the power of your support and acceptance as a caring instructor. Caring does not imply you are not rigorous with your educational goals for your students. Challenge them to take their education to a new level but do so with compassion and a true outward desire to see them be successful.
James Jackson
