This is the first time I found this tribute to teachers... really lovely. Paul your writing and Peter your drawings I bet made many teachers just feel fine. Not only teachers, but parents and grandparents all can pitch in and help keep each child's flame alive and glowing and allow that child to be the initiator. Thank you.
Peter and Paul, your work perpetually inspires us! Thanks for keeping so many of our flames alive...and growing! You are definitely such amazing flame keepers. I count myself immensely fortunate to call you "friends."
Here are the words to the poem: KEEPERS OF THE FLAME Written by Paul A. Reynolds (Going Places, Full STEAM Ahead) Every child is born with a precious flame within. An inner flame of wonder, And potential to begin. This inner light illuminates The path that lies ahead, Igniting curiosity, Keeping passions fed. But at times this flame is challenged, From inside and from out. It can flicker under pressure It can be smothered by self-doubt. The child may sometimes stumble, They are never lost, For teachers are protecting that flame at any cost. Along with caring family, it’s the teachers who remain by the side of every learner, through life’s joys and sometimes pain. These keepers of the flame, Can help and they can guide, For they share that flame of learning That burns brightly from inside. These teachers know a child’s heart. They value every kind of smart. Teachers help Each child to climb Higher, further Over time. And own their struggle On their quest To learn and live What they do best Teachers celebrate the triumphs, And give shelter in the storm. To keep that guiding light steady, bright and warm. And so, it’s time to shine the light on THEM These keepers of the flame. We thank them for their passion, And give them high acclaim. For their knowledge and research, The science and the art That allows them to be stewards of the mind and of the heart. To improve our schools - we have a choice To listen to each Teacher’s Voice. Those many voices far and wide who protect each student’s flame inside. With expertise to know what right to keep each spirit burning bright. So let’s listen to our teachers, As we imagine and design Schools that keep all flames alight, And allow EVERY child to shine. ## Ending Quote: Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire. - William Butler Yeats
Its like a chain of flame keepers. My teachers kept my flame burning, so that now i try to keep my student's flame. However, many a times i might have hurt my students self esteem unintentionally, but whenever i remember my teachers i get back on the track.
i am a BAT, and this was one of the most beautiful honors, as a teacher, that i have ever been privileged to view....thank you for saying "we need to listen to the teachers".....because the billionaires/politicians who are co-opting public education have NOT listened...they are out to destroy us....i would like to tell you more about BATS, but i can't find a way to post a meme about us....i will get back to you with a link...i hope you read this, and know how deeply i have been moved....thank you thank you thank you.....
Gilles - here are the words: KEEPERS OF THE FLAME by Paul A. Reynolds Every child is born with a precious flame within. An inner flame of wonder, And potential to begin. This inner light illuminates The path that lies ahead, Igniting curiosity, Keeping passions fed. But at times this flame is challenged, From inside and from out. It can flicker under pressure It can be smothered by self-doubt. The child may sometimes stumble, They are never lost, For teachers are protecting that flame at any cost. Along with caring family, it’s the teachers who remain by the side of every learner, through life’s joys and sometimes pain. These keepers of the flame, Can help and they can guide, For they share that flame of learning That burns brightly from inside. These teachers know a child’s heart. They value every kind of smart. Teachers help Each child to climb Higher, further Over time. And own their struggle On their quest To learn and live What they do best Teachers celebrate the triumphs, And give shelter in the storm. To keep that guiding light steady, bright and warm. And so, it’s time to shine the light on THEM These keepers of the flame. We thank them for their passion, And give them high acclaim. For their knowledge and research, The science and the art That allows them to be stewards of the mind and of the heart. To improve our schools - we have a choice To listen to each Teacher’s Voice. Those many voices far and wide who protect each student’s flame inside. With expertise to know what right to keep each spirit burning bright. So let’s listen to our teachers, As we imagine and design Schools that keep all flames alight, And allow EVERY child to shine.
Ending Quote: Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire. - William Butler Yeats
This is the first time I found this tribute to teachers... really lovely. Paul your writing and Peter your drawings I bet made many teachers just feel fine. Not only teachers, but parents and grandparents all can pitch in and help keep each child's flame alive and glowing and allow that child to be the initiator. Thank you.
Peter and Paul, your work perpetually inspires us! Thanks for keeping so many of our flames alive...and growing! You are definitely such amazing flame keepers. I count myself immensely fortunate to call you "friends."
Here are the words to the poem:
KEEPERS OF THE FLAME
Written by Paul A. Reynolds (Going Places, Full STEAM Ahead)
Every child is born with a precious flame within.
An inner flame of wonder,
And potential to begin.
This inner light illuminates
The path that lies ahead,
Igniting curiosity,
Keeping passions fed.
But at times this
flame is challenged,
From inside and
from out.
It can flicker under pressure
It can be smothered by self-doubt.
The child may sometimes stumble,
They are never lost,
For teachers are
protecting
that flame at any cost.
Along with caring family,
it’s the teachers who remain
by the side of every learner,
through life’s joys
and sometimes pain.
These keepers of the flame,
Can help and they can guide,
For they share that flame of learning
That burns brightly from inside.
These teachers know
a child’s heart.
They value
every kind of smart.
Teachers help
Each child to climb
Higher, further
Over time.
And own their struggle
On their quest
To learn and live
What they do best
Teachers celebrate the triumphs,
And give shelter in the storm.
To keep that guiding light
steady, bright and warm.
And so, it’s time to shine the light on THEM
These keepers of the flame.
We thank them for their passion,
And give them high acclaim.
For their knowledge and research,
The science and the art
That allows them to be stewards
of the mind and of the heart.
To improve our schools - we have a choice
To listen to each Teacher’s Voice.
Those many voices
far and wide
who protect each student’s flame inside.
With expertise to know what right
to keep each spirit burning bright.
So let’s listen to our teachers,
As we imagine and design
Schools that keep all flames alight,
And allow EVERY child to shine.
##
Ending Quote:
Education is not the filling of a pail,
but the lighting of a fire.
- William Butler Yeats
I absolutely loved this! As a stressed out teacher during this pandemic, it was a reminder that I needed!
Thank you so much! I needed this very badly. Now, whenever I feel beaten, I can watch this and feel understood.
Love it and appreciate your generosity to share! Thanks.
Absolutely beautiful, thanks so much for creating this!
Beautiful! I've shared with as many as I can.
This is a beautiful video and I am so proud that you are honoring educators in this special way.
Beautiful and so inspiring!!!
Its like a chain of flame keepers. My teachers kept my flame burning, so that now i try to keep my student's flame. However, many a times i might have hurt my students self esteem unintentionally, but whenever i remember my teachers i get back on the track.
This poem is a very beautiful treasure! Thanks a lot! Congratulations!
Great words there. Thank you, Paul!
Beautiful and touching poem , thanks a lot.
So Heartwarming ❤ Thank you!
A truly inspiring and motivating story for all teachers. :) They have such a huge job!
i am a BAT, and this was one of the most beautiful honors, as a teacher, that i have ever been privileged to view....thank you for saying "we need to listen to the teachers".....because the billionaires/politicians who are co-opting public education have NOT listened...they are out to destroy us....i would like to tell you more about BATS, but i can't find a way to post a meme about us....i will get back to you with a link...i hope you read this, and know how deeply i have been moved....thank you thank you thank you.....
Hi there - sorry for delay in responding. What is a "BAT"? Would love to hear more! :-) You can send email to Paul @ ReynoldsTLC .org
Just beautifull! What an encouragement for teachers! I would love to see an Spanish version.
Thank you for all you do!
♥️
Beautiful story! Thank you from an art teacher!
Thank you, gentlemen. Sure miss working with my students.
This is beautiful, thank you!
Beautiful!!! Thaks a lot
it´s beautiful!!! thanks.
Like it so much! Thanks!
Wonderful!
maravilloso el vídeo gracias
and Peter too!
and i love this sometimes when i feel stressed i watch this
sweet and deep thanks
May anyone put these all words here, fort not so good english speaking ones, this would help thank
Gilles - here are the words:
KEEPERS OF THE FLAME
by Paul A. Reynolds
Every child is born with a precious flame within.
An inner flame of wonder,
And potential to begin.
This inner light illuminates
The path that lies ahead,
Igniting curiosity,
Keeping passions fed.
But at times this
flame is challenged,
From inside and
from out.
It can flicker under pressure
It can be smothered by self-doubt.
The child may sometimes stumble,
They are never lost,
For teachers are
protecting
that flame at any cost.
Along with caring family,
it’s the teachers who remain
by the side of every learner,
through life’s joys
and sometimes pain.
These keepers of the flame,
Can help and they can guide,
For they share that flame of learning
That burns brightly from inside.
These teachers know
a child’s heart.
They value
every kind of smart.
Teachers help
Each child to climb
Higher, further
Over time.
And own their struggle
On their quest
To learn and live
What they do best
Teachers celebrate the triumphs,
And give shelter in the storm.
To keep that guiding light
steady, bright and warm.
And so, it’s time to shine the light on THEM
These keepers of the flame.
We thank them for their passion,
And give them high acclaim.
For their knowledge and research,
The science and the art
That allows them to be stewards
of the mind and of the heart.
To improve our schools - we have a choice
To listen to each Teacher’s Voice.
Those many voices
far and wide
who protect each student’s flame inside.
With expertise to know what right
to keep each spirit burning bright.
So let’s listen to our teachers,
As we imagine and design
Schools that keep all flames alight,
And allow EVERY child to shine.
Ending Quote:
Education is not the filling of a pail,
but the lighting of a fire.
- William Butler Yeats
Paul Reynolds thank you Paul, i will take time to read them in quite moments :-)
Gilles DUPORT De rien. Je suis heureux que vous aimez le film .
Wonderful!