Signe Myers Hovem - Teachers Make a Difference - Jim Miller and Bill Preston

The speaker reflects on two influential teachers who shaped their love for reading and writing. Mr. Jim Miller, a 6th-grade teacher, fostered a love for storytelling by reading classics without quizzes or assignments, allowing students to immerse themselves in the stories. Mr. Bill Preston, a 10th-grade teacher, encouraged deeper engagement with texts, helping the speaker develop empathy and personal connections through reading. Both teachers played crucial roles in nurturing the speaker's passion for literature and creative expression.

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