Have you ever had a breakthrough moment with a student that made you feel like you were doing the most important work of your life? What happened?

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Yes, I have. One of my breakthrough moments was with a student named Jason. He was having a hard time communicating with his mate, and it was starting to affect his confidence in class. I decided to support him by making our classroom environment more engaging and comfortable for him. I asked him simple, gentle questions to help him express himself, and I planned fun games and art activities so communication felt more natural and less intimidating. I also paired him with his classmate to give him opportunities to interact in a safe and supported way.

Over time, I saw him begin to open up. He started talking more, participating in activities, and connecting with his mate. Watching him take those small but meaningful steps showed me how powerful it can be to create the right environment for a child to thrive. It was one of those moments that reminded me that what I do really matters.