Head of School Blog

Sometimes I wish time travel were real. If it were, I’d go back and visit every teacher I “tormented” (or, more accurately, learned from) as a kid. Back then, I just wanted to survive the class and move on. I had no idea how deeply they would shape me decades later.

Now, as I approach 30 years in education, I find myself longing to thank them—not just for the academic lessons, but for the ones that built my character. Teachers have a unique power. Next to parents, few adults influence a child’s future more profoundly. The best educators pour their hearts into other people’s children every single day, driven by a quiet belief in each student’s potential.

Teaching means facing challenges, setbacks, and sometimes even ridicule with grace and dignity. It requires selflessness, humility, and a passion that goes far beyond a paycheck. Great teachers give pieces of themselves, so their students can become their best. 

Over my career, I’ve been fortunate to work alongside many outstanding educators. But the team I’m privileged to lead right now is truly extraordinary. They don’t just show up—they fully embrace Edison’s mission and core values while modeling what it means to be an ideal team player.

Every day, I watch them patiently guide students through difficult moments with calm and compassionate care. They arrive each morning committed to transforming young lives, one interaction at a time. This week is Teacher Appreciation Week, and it feels especially meaningful. While I deeply appreciate everything they do for Edison’s students, I am equally inspired by them. 

To every teacher reading this, thank you. Your work matters more than you know. The seeds you plant today will bear fruit for generations.