TIPPS » Inspiration http://www.billziegler.org Teaching in Public and Private Schools Sat, 06 Mar 2010 23:59:37 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 en hourly 1 Heroes for Today http://www.billziegler.org/?p=143 http://www.billziegler.org/?p=143#comments Sat, 07 Feb 2009 04:39:00 +0000 admin http://www.billziegler.org/wordpress/?p=143

I see heroes as people that devote their entire lives to helping other people. I see heroes as people who overcome insurmountable odds to inspire others to do the same. I see heroes as people who are willing to sacrifice their own lives to save another. True heroes are missing in today’s youth culture and schools. Whether you are a teacher, parent, or student, the Dr. Ben Carson story is an inspiring story of how a young man overcame the pressures of gangs and boyhood, to become one of America’s greatest doctors. Take time today to watch this inspiring video with your children and students. Plus, Dr. Carson is a strong man of the faith, and he is a great role model to inspire students to do their best in school. This video is perfectly safe to show in your classroom or to students to motivate them to achieve and succeed.

God can use the story of “Gifted Hands,” the Ben Carson story to change the lives of young people.

God Bless,

Bill

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Take time today to view this powerful video with your child and talk about the importance of standing for the right for life with all babies. Thank goodness that Elliott’s parents decided on Life. Even though Elliott only lived 99 days, it was an eternity to his parents.

God Bless you and your child as you watch this video together. Get a box of tissues:)

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“A child is not a vessel to be filled, but a lamp to be lit”.

This quote reminds me of one of my former students, Erik Bortz. In the ninth grade, Erik was a troubled student getting into trouble, earning failing grades, and hanging around the wrong friends. Through the unconditional love of his mother, the guidance of teachers, and the prayers of so many, Erik turned his life around. By twelfth grade, Erik turned his failing grades into A’s, had a clean discipline record, found a positive peer group, and became the president of the Student Government. Now, Erik is attending Syracuse university on a full scholarship and currently has a 4.0 grade point average. Do you know someone like Erik? Someone that struggled but now has turned their life around. If so, would you please email me and share your story.
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