JUDSON LAMPLIGHTER

Mrs. Stewart listens and comforts her students when they are struggling

By Jakyrha Anthony

Eighth Grade, Judson

Have you ever met a teacher who cared about their students as if they were her children? Here at Judson STEAM Academy, Mrs. Stewart treats us all like we are one of hers.

I have known Mrs. Stewart ever since I was in elementary school. She has always been known as a really understanding person. She is a good listener who encourages students, especially when students struggle to learn.

Mrs. Stewart is the type of teacher who gives us advice, and she is the person students go to for comfort. One day I was having a hard time because others were making fun of me about being dyslexic. I felt like I was at a breaking point because I was embarrassed. Then Mrs. Stewart told me how it was okay to be dyslexic and how no one else’s opinion matters.

Even though I learn differently than other students learn, Mrs. Stewart made me feel comfortable in my own skin and made me feel comfortable to be myself. When I was in her class during my sixthgrade year, she always pumped her students up, pushing them on when they found it hard to understand. She always tried her hardest to help her students by reviewing their work with them until they understood. She always had ideas for her students so that learning and assignments became easier for them. She understood their learning struggles.

Mrs. Stewart is a very kind-hearted person who needs to be more appreciated for all she does for her students. I am incredibly grateful to have had her as a teacher. I certainly would not be as confident about myself today if I had not met her.