I am glad the semester is coming to an end because I am truly proud of you. You guys came a long way and your attitude and sense of responsibility have changed for the better. I spend more time with all of you than anyone else in my life. You're my family. The 2 hours I spend with you is the best time I have because I believe I can educate you to help you make a difference in your life, your future, and the world for the better.
We have a lot of good times in class but there are also times you didn't enjoy class because I pointed out your mistakes. I do it not because I enjoy it, not because I had a bad day, it's because I made the similar mistakes in my past and I want you to be better than me. The class is not hard in the work but the class is challenging in your personal development, your character. I will praise you for your strength and effort but I will also bring your weakness in light to let you see clearly what you must do to overcome and improve.
Be honest with your mistakes like I am with mine. I tell all of you in class that my room is very messy and I am not organized enough. There are many other examples in my past that I've shared with you, so don't be shy or angry when we find your mistake.
I understand my students well because I think about you guys when you are not around. I hope you can also do some thinking about yourself and me during this break.
So I hope you guys continue to be patient with me as I am patient with you. I want to see you grow to be a better person and student. You are not just any student, you're my students, Tree House students. I am proud to have you guys and I am honored to be your teacher.
Have a great Chinese New Year and I will see you when you get back.
Your friend
Your teacher
Your weird older brother
Teacher Paul
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