by Edan Freiberger, St. Matthew's Summer Program TA
From the first day of staff training, I was immediately struck by the enthusiasm, motivation, and passion of my fellow TAs. Our site director, Brendan Gummerson, set the bar high from the moment we walked in the room. However, what has truly separated Peninsula Bridge from other programs and summer camps I have worked for in the past are the kids themselves. I have never witnessed such impetus to learn at such a young age. Teaching is frequently said to be a thankless job and people often tell me "Even if the kids don't appreciate it now, you're doing a good thing." However, these students DO appreciate it and appear to cherish every day that they spend here. I have been asking students what their favorite part of Peninsula Bridge was. I have yet to hear a single student respond by saying, "Recess." Their excitement and motivation makes every day rewarding and extremely fun. Anyone who has the opportunity to be involved in this program will understand my enthusiasm. Thanks for the great summer, Peninsula Bridge.
From the first day of staff training, I was immediately struck by the enthusiasm, motivation, and passion of my fellow TAs. Our site director, Brendan Gummerson, set the bar high from the moment we walked in the room. However, what has truly separated Peninsula Bridge from other programs and summer camps I have worked for in the past are the kids themselves. I have never witnessed such impetus to learn at such a young age. Teaching is frequently said to be a thankless job and people often tell me "Even if the kids don't appreciate it now, you're doing a good thing." However, these students DO appreciate it and appear to cherish every day that they spend here. I have been asking students what their favorite part of Peninsula Bridge was. I have yet to hear a single student respond by saying, "Recess." Their excitement and motivation makes every day rewarding and extremely fun. Anyone who has the opportunity to be involved in this program will understand my enthusiasm. Thanks for the great summer, Peninsula Bridge.