Teachers often describe their profession as more of a calling than a job.
Tuesday, May 8, has been designated National Teacher Day to show appreciation to those who have answered the call. Few will argue the importance of the role teachers play in the lives of our children, but because of their very dependability, teachers are often taken for granted. They are the shapers of our children's minds, the gatekeepers of their imaginations, the cheerleaders of their aspirations. They start each day off with a smile, a positive attitude and the desire to share something about the world with their charges. Most of us remember a particular teacher who made a profound difference in our life.