"Some kids don't know how good they are, how smart and how much they have to say. You can tell them. You can shine that light on them one human interaction at a time." -- Dave Eggers
To me, the above quote encapsulates much of what I have experienced and believe as a teacher. It is the personal connections with students that deepens their engagement and learning. Every student wants to learn, every student wants to be successful, as a teacher you just need to figure out how to reach them. That is what I strive for every day.