A Proud Moment

You may know that in November I found out that I had passed my National Board's. It was something that I worked very hard for. I put forth many hours of teaching, typing, and crying, along with a pocket full of money in order to earn the prestigious title of being an Accomplished Teacher. I don't think I have ever felt so proud of accomplishing anything in my life before. OK, yes giving birth to my kids may just pass it...by a fraction though!

After I received notification that I passed, my mentor presented me with a pin and a silver key chain that had NBCT (National Board Certified Teacher) engraved on it. I received many congratulations and celebrated with family and friends. It was good times. Rcently I even received my first paycheck with the raise from the additional certification. However I had pretty much put the celebration to rest so nothing prepared me for what I received in the mail this week.

After a long, hard day at school I came home to find a thick package from the Department of Education on my steps. I couldn't figure out what it could possibly be. So of course I tore into the package to see what it was. This is what I found...

How cool is that?? I received the Order of Excellence from the State Board of Education, which is the highest honor the State Board can confer, along with a Merit Award from the Delaware Department of Education.

I was floored.

Suprised.

Thrilled.

Honored.

Proud.

I'm still beaming. Can you tell??

Thanks for listening to me brag a little!!

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