Sheena Graham Teachers Make a Difference - Mrs. Donna MaGrath & Mrs. Wilhemenia Christon

The transcript narrates the transformative experiences of a student with two influential teachers, Mrs. McGrath and Mrs. Christian. Mrs. McGrath noticed the student's invisibility and encouraged self-expression, significantly impacting their life. Later, Mrs. Christian challenged the student to work harder, teaching them about fairness and perseverance. Both teachers played crucial roles in shaping the student's identity and future.

What did Mrs. McGrath do that made the narrator feel seen and valued?

• She ignored their doodles.

• She laughed at their mistakes.

• She gave them extra homework.

• She read their poetry and looked at their drawings.

How did Mrs. McGrath's actions impact the narrator's life?

• They became more introverted.

• They stopped writing poetry.

• They decided to drop out of school.

• They gained the courage to be themselves.

What was the narrator's initial reaction to Mrs. Christian's feedback on their writing?

• They felt it was too easy.

• They felt encouraged.

• They thought she disliked them.

• They were indifferent.

What important lesson did Mrs. Christian teach the narrator about life?

• Life is always fair.

• Fear always means equal.

• Sometimes you have to work harder to be recognized.

• Success comes without effort.

What did the narrator do years later in response to Mrs. Christian's influence?

• They ignored her advice.

• They stopped writing.

• They thanked her for the challenge.

• They transferred to another school.