Life Lessons

Our PTA president read us this quiz at our last meeting. It makes it easy to see how the "little" people matter. YOU can make a huge difference.

Take the following quiz.
You don’t need a pen, pencil or paper.

1. Name the five wealthiest people in the world.
2. Name the last five Heisman trophy winners.
3. Name the last five winners of the Miss America Contest.
4. Name ten people who have won the Nobel or Pulitzer prize.
5. Name the last half dozen Academy Award winners for Best Actor and Actress.
6. Name the last decade’s worth of World Series Winners.

How did you do?

THE LESSON

NONE of us remembers the headlines of yesterday.
There are no second-rate achievers on the above quiz.
They are the best in their fields.
But the applause dies.
Awards tarnish.
Achievements are forgotten.
Accolades and certificates are buried with their owners.

Now here’s another quiz.
See how you do on this one:

1. List a few teachers who aided your journey through school.
2. Name three friends who have helped you through a difficult time.
3. Name five people who have taught you something worthwhile.
4. Think of a few people who have made you feel appreciated and special.
5. Think of five people you enjoy spending time with.
6. Name a half dozen heroes whose stories have inspired you.

Wasn’t that a lot easier?

THE LESSON

The people who make a difference in your life aren’t the ones with the most credentials, the most money, or the most awards. They’re the ones who care enough to spend personal time and effort for you.

If you are interested in volunteering the classroom helpers meeting is this Friday - September 10 from 2-3:00 in the gym (more info to come). It doesn't have to be a scary huge time commitment either. Sometimes a hour at lunch or before work just once week or twice a month can really help. Stop by and see how you can make a difference in a child's life.