When the "gardener's" table is no longer special, how will the soil of education change?
In the kaleidoscope of society, the profession of teachers is often given the aura of "engineers of the human soul", as if their job is to sow knowledge in a warm classroom and wait for the flowers to bloom.
However, when we look away from the podium and focus on the daily lives of teachers, especially the seemingly inconspicuous cafeteria, a question quietly emerges: when the welfare of teachers, especially the staff cafeteria, which symbolizes a certain amount of respect and care, is canceled "without discrimination", will the landscape of education fade as a result?
Teacher: The sweat and bitterness behind the aura
In most people's imagination, the life of a teacher may be as leisurely as poetry and painting, but it is not. They are not only the transmitters of knowledge, but also the guides of students' hearts, carrying the expectations of society and the hopes of families on their shoulders.
However, behind this glory is the hard work day after day, the bright lights of countless nights, and the endless patience and wisdom in the face of the pressure of going on to higher education and the differences in students' personalities.
What is even more regrettable is that despite the social status of the teaching profession, the actual benefits are often chilling, especially those seemingly insignificant daily benefits, such as the treatment of staff canteens, which are gradually becoming a hidden pain in the hearts of teachers.
The change of the canteen: a game of fairness and efficiency
A notice from the Ningbo Municipal Education Bureau was like a pebble thrown on the surface of a calm lake, causing ripples. The notice announced that starting from the new semester in the fall, the faculty cafeteria for teachers will be cancelled and replaced with a common meal for teachers and students.
The original intention of this initiative is to improve the overall quality of primary and secondary school canteens and ensure the safety and health of students' diet. However, it also inadvertently touched the sensitive nerves of the teacher community and sparked a wide range of discussions.
Why did the sword of reform first swing at teachers? In the pursuit of equity and efficiency, have we neglected the special needs of teachers as the core force of education?
The "small account" on the dinner table, the "big account" in education
On the surface, the cancellation of the teachers' cafeteria seems to have affected only one meal, but it is not. It is related to the efficiency of teachers, their psychological state and even their commitment to the whole cause of education.
Imagine teachers who are already busy, and have to wait in line in a crowded cafeteria with students at lunchtime, which undoubtedly increases their time cost and psychological burden.
What's more, when teachers have to divert some of their energy to non-teaching matters, it will ultimately hurt children who are hungry for knowledge and looking forward to growth. Education should be a matter of hard work without distractions, rather than stumbling on trivial matters.
Respect & Encouragement: Retain teachers and illuminate the future
We often say that education is the cornerstone of national development, and teachers are the builders of the cornerstone. However, when the basic welfare of teachers is not guaranteed, how can we expect them to devote themselves to education?
Improving the welfare of teachers is not only a recognition of their hard work, but also an investment in the quality of education in the future. As a wise man once said, "What kind of teacher you want your child to meet, please give the teacher what kind of respect and treatment you want to have." ”
Therefore, whether it is from the perspective of improving the quality of teaching or stimulating teachers' enthusiasm for work, we should re-examine and optimize the welfare system of teachers, so that every teacher can teach and educate people with peace of mind in a warm environment.
Create the future together: home, school and community build the dream of education together
In the face of controversy over teachers' welfare, we should not stop at the level of accusations and complaints, but work together to find a solution.
Parents, schools and society should form a joint force to create a better environment for the growth and development of teachers. Parents should give teachers more understanding and support, schools should strive to improve their management level to ensure that various welfare policies truly benefit teachers, and society should increase investment and attention to education, so as to create a good atmosphere of respecting teachers and valuing education.
Only in this way can we jointly protect this pure land of education, so that the seeds of knowledge can take root and grow in every inch of land.
When the dining table returns to purity, the flower of education is more gorgeous
Looking back at the question at the beginning, it is not difficult to find that although the initiative to cancel the teacher's canteen has its original intention, it needs to consider the actual needs and feelings of teachers more carefully in the implementation process.
Education is a journey that requires patience and wisdom. When we truly understand the dedication and hardships of teachers, and give them due respect and care with practical actions, the soil of education will be more fertile, and the flowers of education will be more colorful.
Let us work together to hold up a sky for every teacher, and let the light of education illuminate the future of every child.