Letter to Mrs. Woo

By Justin Smith Middle School Principa

many years since she’s seen a former middle schooler. In the past several years, she has started to welcome the children of former SFS middle schoolers. It is amazing to see parents who were former students reminiscing with her about the time they spent in middle school and how she touched their journey.

What’s most special about Mrs. Woo is her ability to be just what everyone needs. Students lean on her like a mother, seeking her assistance and advice. Her kindness, contrasted with her high expectations, resonates with students and helps them grow as adolescents. Faculty lean on her as a trusted colleague who is always willing to lend a helping hand to ensure they have the support they need to be successful. Parents lean on her for her wisdom and seek her advice on parenting and school issues that arise. I lean on her as my right hand as we share the type of bond that develops over many years. She anticipates what’s needed before I even raise it with her.

Mrs. Woo's service to our community reminds me of Proverbs 31 and as it says in verse 31 let us ‘honor her for all that her hands have done’. On behalf of the thousands of people she has served over the years, thank you for making the middle school a special place and for your dedication to Seoul Foreign School. 19 12