Michael J. Dunlea Teachers Make a Difference - Mary Finn

The speaker reflects on the profound impact their third-grade teacher, Mrs. Mary Finn, had on their life. Mrs. Finn created a nurturing environment where students felt valued, special, and safe, fostering a sense of belonging. The speaker has carried these lessons into their own 18-year teaching career, striving to emulate Mrs. Finn's approach to make every student feel important and included.

Who was the teacher that had a significant impact on the narrator's life?

• Mrs. Mary Finn

• Mr. John Smith

• Ms. Jane Doe

• Mr. Robert Brown

How did the narrator feel when they were in Mrs. Finn's classroom?

• Uncomfortable and anxious

• Indifferent

• Like they were at home

• Confused and lost

What was the narrator's emotional state outside of Mrs. Finn's classroom?

• They felt out of place in many areas

• They were always happy and content

• They were indifferent to their surroundings

• They felt like they belonged everywhere

What has the narrator tried to emulate in their own teaching career?

• Mrs. Finn's use of technology in the classroom

• Mrs. Finn's focus on academic excellence

• Mrs. Finn's strict discipline methods

• Mrs. Finn's ability to make students feel special

How many years has the narrator been teaching?

• 15 years

• 10 years

• 20 years

• 18 years