Glenn Kleiman - Teachers Make a Difference - Sadie Steckler

The speaker reflects on the significant influence of his maternal grandmother, Sadie Steckler, on his educational journey. Sadie, who grew up in Eastern Europe where girls were not taught to read, was secretly educated by her father. After immigrating to the U.S., she became proficient in English and instilled a love for learning in her grandson. The speaker's mother, Helen, also pursued education, becoming an art teacher later in life. The speaker attributes his 45-year career in education to the inspiration from his grandmother and mother, emphasizing the importance of educators.

What was Grandma Sadie's reaction when her daughter became a teacher?

What does the author hope for the teachers they have worked with?