Shepherd means a person who protects, guides and watches over the herd of sheep. A shepherd always makes sure he feeds the sheep with enough grass and water. He knows all their needs and he ensures he took good care of them.
The shepherd protects the sheep from the wild animals. He risks his life before the sheep in order to make sure they are safe from danger. If even one of the sheep went lost, the shepherd will be in great distress, restless and have no appetite to eat. His or her happiness comes once he or she found the lost sheep.
On the other hand, the sheep always follow the shepherd's voice to walk into the correct direction. If they fail to listen, they risk the course of danger awaiting them.
Shepherd represents us as a teacher and the sheep represents our kids in the kindergarten. As a teacher, we guide and teach our children to have sufficient knowledge in their studies. If one child is left behind, the teacher will give extra attention by coaching, caring and guiding until the child can cope in his studies so as to lead them into a brighter future. Technically a child comes into a kindergarten without any foundation but teachers will ensure they leave the school achieving and completing all their goals set for kindergarten education.
Safety comes first. The teacher takes care and keep an eye on the children in the school and more so with extra care when they are out for any field trips. We always take head counts. Our biggest fear is to imagine one of the children under our care going missing. That would be terrifying.
Last but not least be a good example, be a loving mother and a good role model for our kids. One day they will remember us for all our good efforts and guidance that we gave them.
Speech written and presented by Teacher Selvi during CPCD Contest Preliminary Rounds on 18th Nov 2015.
