Sadly, many times workers in our community go unappreciated despite the vital role they play.
A special person must dedicate their life to mentoring the next generation, teaching others, setting an example, and providing counsel.
Narratives of teachers going above and beyond to help others, particularly the students they are responsible for, are common.
Jonathan Oliver, a physical education teacher at WG Nunn Elementary in Valdosta, Georgia, is one example of a hero. He received recognition for his considerate action toward a kindergarten student while coaching a basketball game.
He was more than happy to assist a pupil who sought for assistance.
Oliver’s coach hurriedly stepped in to help when Kristen Paulk, a kindergartener on the squad, begged him to help her pull her hair up in a ponytail.
Oliver got on a basketball and stooped to meet little Kristen’s eye level. As he gently braided her hair back to prevent them from falling into her face, he appeared to be very attentive. He was unaware that the entire event was being filmed.
Actually, the coach’s thoughtful deed was captured on camera by elementary school teacher Kandice Anderson, who then posted it to YouTube, where it received a ton of love and support.
The title of the widely popular video was “When your work is more than just teaching!”