Moving to Daegu opened a new chapter in my school life. My experiences at Gyeongbuk Middle and High Schools went far beyond their reputation as "prestigious institutions" - they played a crucial role in shaping the foundation of my life.
I realized that the true value of a good school lies in its exceptional teachers. I was fortunate enough to encounter educators who provided character-building education. My homeroom teacher from my senior year of high school, in particular, remains vivid in my memory.
As a Seventh-day Adventist, I had to miss school every Saturday to observe the Sabbath. Instead of punishing me, my homeroom teacher offered warm advice: "Daegu, you're a senior now. You need to go to college tomorrow. Once you're in college, you can attend church as much as you want." This respectful treatment deeply moved me and became a driving force for me to study even harder.
While not every teacher was like this, most strived to respect and understand their students. German language teachers, in particular, recognized and nurtured my linguistic talents. The language skills I possess today are all rooted in what I built during that time.
Through these experiences, I grasped the true power of education. I personally experienced how crucial it is not just to impart knowledge, but to believe in each student's potential and draw it out. Even now, I think of those teachers and try to apply their teachings to my life.
My school days were not simply a time for accumulating knowledge. They were precious moments for character formation and developing a perspective on the world. I learned the importance of meeting good mentors and the wisdom to heed their words. I feel deep gratitude for that period and those teachers who made me who I am today.
These experiences greatly influenced my later decision to become an educator myself. I, too, strived to believe in my students' potential, treat them with respect, and practice true education beyond mere knowledge transfer. I believe in the beautiful cycle of education - passing on the influence I received to the next generation.
My school experiences made me ponder deeply about the essence of education. I realized that true education is about helping students grow holistically, encompassing character formation and potential development beyond knowledge transfer. This realization became a crucial factor in determining the direction of my life and formed the basis of my educational philosophy.
I realized that the true value of a good school lies in its exceptional teachers. I was fortunate enough to encounter educators who provided character-building education. My homeroom teacher from my senior year of high school, in particular, remains vivid in my memory.
As a Seventh-day Adventist, I had to miss school every Saturday to observe the Sabbath. Instead of punishing me, my homeroom teacher offered warm advice: "Daegu, you're a senior now. You need to go to college tomorrow. Once you're in college, you can attend church as much as you want." This respectful treatment deeply moved me and became a driving force for me to study even harder.
While not every teacher was like this, most strived to respect and understand their students. German language teachers, in particular, recognized and nurtured my linguistic talents. The language skills I possess today are all rooted in what I built during that time.
Through these experiences, I grasped the true power of education. I personally experienced how crucial it is not just to impart knowledge, but to believe in each student's potential and draw it out. Even now, I think of those teachers and try to apply their teachings to my life.
My school days were not simply a time for accumulating knowledge. They were precious moments for character formation and developing a perspective on the world. I learned the importance of meeting good mentors and the wisdom to heed their words. I feel deep gratitude for that period and those teachers who made me who I am today.
These experiences greatly influenced my later decision to become an educator myself. I, too, strived to believe in my students' potential, treat them with respect, and practice true education beyond mere knowledge transfer. I believe in the beautiful cycle of education - passing on the influence I received to the next generation.
My school experiences made me ponder deeply about the essence of education. I realized that true education is about helping students grow holistically, encompassing character formation and potential development beyond knowledge transfer. This realization became a crucial factor in determining the direction of my life and formed the basis of my educational philosophy.
