For a Wonderful Teacher

You are the kind of teacher
That every child should have
And learn from each year
The kind that wipes runny noses
And each falling tear.
You are the kind of teacher
That very few children get
You never stop to think of yourself
And you are the kind we don't forget.
You are the kind of person
That teachers want for their own
The kind that spends extra hours
In the classroom and on the phone
Working with your students
And also when you are alone.
You are the teacher who so deeply cares
The teacher who always shares
Not only knowledge but tenderness too
With each gentle soul that comes to you.
We are so thankful for you Miss Joan
And when our little ones to you we sent
We knew it was to be precious time well spent.
You are very special is what I'm trying to say
As I send this little verse your way.

Thena