Currently, Liam is completing his Electrical Apprenticeship and thoroughly enjoying his career. He voices his appreciation for Mrs. McCaig’s meaningful guidance during such a significant time in his life, concluding with this message: “Thank you for providing us with such a fun and healthy learning environment. Thank you for making every day fun and exciting, and for giving us the tools we needed to grow. Your enthusiasm and passion for teaching and guiding us to our future will be something I always remember.” Janaiya Toogood was the first of three siblings to be taught by Mrs. McCaig. She fondly reminisces on Water Play days, remembering her kindergarten teacher’s bubbly personality and contagious passion: “She definitely cared.” Janaiya, presently pursuing her career as an Educational Assistant, rejoices in her initial school years: “I always enjoyed my time in her classroom.” Janaiya notices the ways in which she strives to embody the inclusive teaching style, which was once demonstrated to her by a woman with a genuinely noble heart. Several years after my delightful time in kindergarten, Mrs. McCaig had my brother as a student. Throughout both of our educational careers, she continued to be one of our most cherished teachers and it has been an honour to reconnect with her in my adulthood. When the two of us sat down together, she was excited to show me the photographs and mementos from her career. She picked up a decorated card and handed the folded paper to me. It
was a “Thank You” note, addressed to “Mrs. McCaig” and signed “Peri”. There was an endearing stick figure drawing of the two of us beaming in the sunshine. This card was held on to by Mrs. McCaig for all of these years, which is a testament to her tender and thoughtful nature.I wish to sincerely express how treasured you are, Mrs. McCaig -- for consistently being compassionate and encouraging, for being safe and welcoming, and for simply uplifting your students by believing in us.
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