Big day in my life today!!!

Today was a huge day in the history of Brian. Nearly 8 years ago to the day, I decided to go back to school to be a teacher. Three and a half years ago, I graduated with honors from the University of Akron with high hopes. Since graduating, I have subbed 489 day in numerous schools and loved every minute of it. I've had several disappointments along the way with several interviews and being down to the final two for a position, but it just always seemed to elude me. I've taught literally thousands of students and met some amazing people along the way. Students and teachers that have shaped me into the teacher that I am today. I've worked two jobs throughout, trying to make ends meet while persuing my dream. I've had to answer the questions of my daughters of When are you going to get a real job Daddy?. I have been asked many questions over the years, but perhaps that one is the hardest. When people asked what I did... I'd say I'm a teacher. Next question was always Where do you teach?. Each day I would show up at the schools and the kids would always ask Who are you today?. Well... Today, at 8:30am... I can officially say... Daddy has a real job! I teach at Welty Middle School... And finally... I get to be Mr. Duvall today!!!

<: Congratulations Mr. Duvall.
It's great to hear you stuck with your dream and relentlessly pursued it. Your efforts have paid off.

I wish the best to you.

Yeah! Congratulations Mr. Duvall :clapping:
Good for you! :cheering: You've also helped and taught so many along the way. :yes:
You've even taught me a thing or two along the way. |)
Thanks for being a difference maker. We could use about a million more just like ya!

Oh yeah.... your still gonna be Brian Beefcake to me! oke: lol
Congrats man! :beerbuddy:

That's great news Congratulations |:cheering: . The educational system needs dedicated people such as yourself with an earnest desire to be good teachers . It's great that you hung in there and never gave up on your dream . I will never forget the great Teachers I had , the ones who where a pleasure to listen to and made everything they taught relevant ( I also won't forget
a couple of real miserable dingbats I had ). Fortunately the good Teachers outnumbered the others by far . Best of luck Mr. Duvall !! :clapping:

Thanks guys!!

Congradulations Mr. Duvall. WTG! That is one profession where you will absolutely make a mark on someones life. Many days after you have left this world, someone will remember Mr. Duvall. Again, Congrats!

congrats on your deam know go out there and make a difference in some kids life you have one of the most rewarding jobs in the world be the kind of teacher that i remember as a kid they did more than just done the job they lived it again congrats dennis

That's awesime, Brian! I mean... Mr. Duvall! thumbsup01

Your students are lucky to have a teacher that is so passionate about his position. Looking back at all of the teachers I had, the most effective ones were the ones who you could tell wanted to be there. I'm sure that you will be a terrific full-time teacher!

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Mr. Duvall, you have certainly paid your dues. I can't think of anyone more deserving.

Congratulations, and thanks for everything you do. :congrats:

Great story with great ending or should I say ...just the beginning. :congrats:

Brian next to parents , Teachers can be the most influential people in a child's life ...

it gives me great hope that you are finally one of these people as you are a person with huge amounts of compassion , integrity and generosity . i'm very happy for you Teacher.

Dan

Hard work and perservance has paid off Mr Duvall. You are now in a position to really make a difference in many peoples life. :congrats: |:cheering:. I once asked my nephew what he wanted to be when he grew up and he then asked me if I was looking for ideas..... lol

Thanks for all the kind words!! I still can't believe it actually happened!

Tony Two-Cent link=topic=10898.msg119370#msg119370 date=1344337266 said:

That's awesime, Brian! I mean... Mr. Duvall!

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See? I could have used a spelling teacher right there! 8/

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:congrats: good luck with the new position. :clapping:

Congrats Brian, best of luck to you in your future endeavors!

Welcome to the profession! I wish you the best, good luck setting up your classroom. A few short weeks left :grin:

Congrats Brian!!! happydance02 :congrats:

It's nice to know that these middle school boys have a good role model :yes:

When's the first day of school? Don't let those little buggers tie you to your desk!! oke: :hysterical:
Congratz buddy, you sure earned this one!!! |:cheering: eace: :groovy:

School has started and I got a great group of people to work with and the kids have been a lot of fun so far! Love it!!!! I enjoyed my first weekend with no work in 19 years! Wow, did that feel great!