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Northern Michigan University

Lessons for an Educator: The Real Meaning of Sacrifice and Service

Abstract

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<p>I knew at a young age that I would devote my professional life to being an educator. I was not prepared for the numerous setbacks that I would experience and, at times, I have questioned why I became a teacher. It is during these moments of hesitation and uncertainty that I find inspiration from three military family members: my maternal grandfather, Edwin, my paternal grandfather, Lloyd, and my husband, Joe. They dedicated their lives to serving others while not asking for anything in return. All three unselfishly sacrificed a part of who they were for the betterment of others. It is because of their commitment that I am reminded why I too chose to serve others in my own capacity, and why I will also be forever indebted to the lesson they bestowed on me.</p>

Degree

thesis:*
Name thesis:degree_name
Master of Arts
Level thesis:degree_level
Thesis
Discipline thesis:degree_discipline
English
Year dc:date.available
2016

Author and committee

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Author dc:creator
  • LeMire, Courtney A, Mrs.
Contributors dc:contributor
  • Dr. Kia J. Richmond

Subjects

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Identifiers

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Repository record dc:identifier
https://commons.nmu.edu/theses/120
OAI identifier oai:identifier
oai:commons.nmu.edu:theses-1131

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2026-07-24
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citation

LeMire, Courtney A, Mrs.. Lessons for an Educator: The Real Meaning of Sacrifice and Service. Thesis thesis, 2016. https://commons.nmu.edu/theses/120