What does Brainly Educator of the Year mean to you?
TLDRMs. Getzin, a passionate educator, expresses her deep gratitude for being named Brainly Educator of the Year. She cherishes this award more than any other due to its student-driven nature, which she finds incredibly meaningful. The nomination, which she believes was thoughtfully crafted, reaffirms her dedication to teaching and makes her feel that her efforts are truly valued. She appreciates the recognition and the opportunity to share her joy with the world, highlighting the significance of this award in her 35-year career.
Takeaways
- ๐ Ms. Getzin has a 'for-a-bad-day' folder where she keeps positive messages to uplift her spirits.
- ๐ Winning the Brainly Educator of the Year award is a significant achievement for her, as it was chosen by students, not administration.
- ๐ She expresses immense gratitude to Brainly and to Charlotte for the nomination, showing the importance of recognition from students.
- ๐ The award is more meaningful to her than any other due to the effort students put into voting and the personal nature of the nomination.
- ๐ The nomination itself is what truly touches her heart, making her feel that her work is valued and not in vain.
- ๐ Ms. Getzin appreciates the thoughtfulness behind the nomination, noting the effort and revisions that went into writing it.
- ๐ She recognizes the intentionality and heartfelt nature of the nomination, which deeply moves her.
- ๐ The nomination is described as the most generous and unselfish act, reflecting the genuine appreciation from her students.
- ๐ The award solidifies her belief that she is doing what she is meant to do, which is a profound personal validation.
- ๐ญ Ms. Getzin is deeply moved by the nomination, to the point of being emotional about its impact on her.
- ๐ She thanks Brainly for supporting educators and creating a program that allows educators to be recognized and appreciated globally.
Q & A
Who is the speaker in the transcript?
-The speaker in the transcript is Ms. Getzin.
What does Ms. Getzin refer to as her 'for-a-bad-day folder'?
-Ms. Getzin's 'for-a-bad-day folder' is a folder in her email inbox where she keeps nice messages and compliments to uplift her when she needs a reboot.
How does Ms. Getzin feel about winning the Brainly Educator of the Year award?
-Ms. Getzin feels extremely excited and grateful for winning the award, expressing that it means more to her than any other award she has received.
Why does the Brainly Educator of the Year award hold special significance for Ms. Getzin?
-The award is special to Ms. Getzin because it was chosen by the students, not the administration, and it reflects the effort the students put into voting for her.
What does Ms. Getzin value about the nomination process for the award?
-Ms. Getzin values the nomination process because it shows that the students took time and effort to write and revise their nominations, indicating a heartfelt and intentional gesture.
How does Ms. Getzin describe the nomination letter she received?
-Ms. Getzin describes the nomination letter as being well-written, with attention to detail such as the correct use of a semicolon, showing that it was not a quick afterthought but a thoughtful and intentional message.
What does Ms. Getzin consider more important than prizes in her profession?
-Ms. Getzin considers the nomination itself and the recognition from her students to be more important than prizes, as it solidifies that she is doing what she is supposed to be doing.
How does Ms. Getzin feel about the support Brainly provides to educators?
-Ms. Getzin appreciates Brainly's support for educators and the creation of programs that highlight and give back to educators, allowing them to share their experiences and receive recognition.
What does Ms. Getzin find 'cool' about being able to share her feelings with the world?
-Ms. Getzin finds it 'cool' that she can share her feelings with the world and receive positive feedback and validation in return, which she sees as a rewarding aspect of the recognition process.
How does the Brainly Educator of the Year award impact Ms. Getzin's perception of her career?
-The award impacts Ms. Getzin's perception of her career by affirming that her 35 years of work have not been in vain and that she is making a meaningful impact, which makes her very happy.
Outlines
๐ Cherishing a Student-Nominated Award
Ms. Getzin expresses her deep gratitude and excitement for winning an award that is particularly meaningful to her because it was nominated by her students. She describes this as her most cherished award due to the effort students put into voting and the heartfelt nomination by Charlotte. Ms. Getzin appreciates the thoughtfulness and effort Charlotte put into her nomination, noting the correct use of a semicolon as a sign of careful writing. She reflects on the value of the award, stating that it is not the prizes but the nomination itself that validates her 35 years of work and makes her feel fulfilled as an educator.
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Keywords
๐กBrainly Educator of the Year
๐กFor-a-bad-day folder
๐กNomination
๐กGratitude
๐กStudents' votes
๐กCareer
๐กEnglish teacher
๐กIntentional
๐ก100-hour weeks
๐กSupporting educators
๐กPrizes
Highlights
Ms. Getzin keeps a 'for-a-bad-day' folder with positive messages from students and colleagues.
Winning the Brainly Educator of the Year award was an unexpected and thrilling experience for Ms. Getzin.
Ms. Getzin expresses deep gratitude to Brainly and Charlotte for nominating her.
This award is more meaningful to Ms. Getzin than any other due to its origin from students' votes and efforts.
Ms. Getzin appreciates the thoughtfulness and effort behind the nomination, which she considers more valuable than any prize.
She is particularly touched by the attention to detail in the nomination, including the correct use of a semicolon.
Ms. Getzin believes the nomination is a testament to her 35 years of dedication to education.
The nomination itself is what makes her feel fulfilled and reassured about her life's work.
Ms. Getzin emphasizes that the joy of teaching is not about the awards but the impact on students.
She thanks Brainly for supporting educators and creating programs that recognize and reward their efforts.
Ms. Getzin finds it rewarding to share her passion for teaching with the world and receive positive feedback.
The ability to have her work acknowledged globally is something Ms. Getzin finds 'pretty cool'.
Ms. Getzin's emotional response to the award highlights her deep love for teaching and her students.
She cherishes the moments that make the long hours of work feel worthwhile.
Ms. Getzin's pride in her career is evident as she speaks about the Brainly Educator of the Year award.
The award serves as a confirmation for Ms. Getzin that her work in education is not in vain.
Ms. Getzin is deeply moved by the nomination and the recognition from her students.