Today for teacher appreciation week I want to thank Stephanie Estes, Kailin's first grade teacher. Professionally, Stephanie is one of the driving forces behind my daughter's successes in reading. The environment for learning that was created in the class room allowed for confidence and self reliance. Now Mrs Estes gets to help other teachers become better. Personally, Stephanie is my third sister who I love dearly. I don't dare think about how empty my life would be had Kailin gotten the first grade teacher we had wanted her to get. We are so lucky to have her and her family as our part of ours. #thankateacher

May 05, 2015 at 06:50AM via Facebook