As soon as Song Wan entered the office, she heard a sour voice sneer, "Outstanding teacher? Let me tell you, these kinds of awards are all empty titles, completely useless!"
Song Wan was taken aback, and silently walked to her desk.
She was seated not far from Xu Wei, and could clearly see the hatred and jealousy burning in Xu Wei's eyes.
Ever since the day the principal said she was going to nominate Song Wan for the selection of outstanding teachers in Yangcheng, Xu Wei has completely broken ties with her.
While saying she didn't care about such a meaningless award, she went to argue with the principal—"Song Wan is inexperienced and has a short teaching career, why should she be an outstanding teacher? With my many years of teaching experience, shouldn't it be my turn this time!"
At that time, many teachers gathered outside the principal's office, listening to what was happening inside.
Meanwhile, there was quite a commotion in the office.
After recovering from her illness and returning home, Song Wan clearly noticed that her colleagues were not treating her the same way as before.
Indeed, everyone used to know she was the fiancée of the young master of the Bai family and treated her with great respect. Now she is a woman abandoned by the young master of the Bai family. She couldn't even compete with a divorced woman with a child. It was to be expected that she would be ridiculed.
She just didn't expect that this kind of "treating people differently based on their status" thing would happen so quickly.
"Yeah, I think it's really unfair too," someone whispered in agreement. "Teacher Xu is clearly more qualified, so why is a newcomer who's only been here for less than two years being chosen?"
Song Wan pretended not to hear and turned on her computer to start preparing her lesson.
Just then, the principal appeared at the door, waving her phone excitedly: "Teacher Song! Teacher Song! Look, you've made it to the final round of the selection!"
Like everyone else, Song Wan showed a surprised expression, but Xu Wei's face looked as if ink could be squeezed out of it.
The principal coughed twice, as if showing off her prized student, unable to hide her smile. "It's an honor for our entire international kindergarten that Teacher Song has made it to the final round of the selection! I think she's a shoo-in for the Outstanding Teacher award... I hope Teacher Song will continue to work hard and shine in her educational career!"
Everyone remained silent, exchanging glances that conveyed a deeper meaning.
“Principal,” Xu Wei couldn’t sit still any longer, “I made it very clear to you before that I have doubts about this selection process!”
"What are you questioning?" The principal glanced at her impatiently. "The selection process is open and transparent. Everyone has witnessed Teacher Song's performance over the past two years! Besides, our kindergarten is not a place where seniority matters! Whoever has the ability gets the position, that's always been my principle!"
"Director, you..."
"Stop arguing," Song Wan, who had been silent all along, finally spoke up.
She glanced around, a faint smile on her face. She walked up to Xu Wei, nodded slightly, and said with neither arrogance nor servility, "Teacher Xu, the selection of outstanding teachers is not only based on years of teaching experience, but most importantly on teaching philosophy and teaching ability. I believe that in these two aspects, I am second to none."
His few words, spoken with such ease, struck Xu Wei like thorns.
Her gaze toward Song Wan held a renewed hint of hatred.
"Ha, educational philosophy? What kind of philosophy is that! We're an elite kindergarten; these children are the apple of their families' eyes! And you... you spend all day just playing around with them! What kind of teaching is that? Can a teacher like that be considered an excellent teacher?!"
Song Wan looked at her pale face, remaining calm and composed. "Then, according to Teacher Xu's views, how should children be educated?"
Without hesitation, Xu Wei replied, "Of course, we have to be strict! Starting from kindergarten, we have to put academic pressure on them so they don't fall behind! Heh, to be honest, I once taught the young master and young lady of the Bai family... Oh right, your ex-fiancé! His grades when he was a child were far ahead of his peers!"
Song Wan was taken aback, and then she thought of all the things Bai Ruogu had done before.
While Bai Ruogu is indeed outstanding in her work, she is somewhat weak in interpersonal skills.
For example, even though she was once his fiancée, he never truly respected her.
He even said that he agreed to marry her because her family had no powerful connections and was easy to bully; even if he kept other women in the future, she wouldn't do anything to him...
So, is Bai Ruogu a typical example of someone with high IQ but low EQ?
It is often said that a child's first teacher is of paramount importance and can influence a child's entire life.
Bai Ruogu's mentor only taught him to get good grades, but didn't tell him that life is more than just studying and working.
Thinking of this, Song Wan finally realized what was going on, and couldn't help but feel sorry for Bai Ruogu, and couldn't help but smile bitterly.
That smile was particularly irritating to Xu Wei.
"What are you doing?" Xu Wei's eyes widened. "What's so funny!"
“I wasn’t laughing at anything.” Song Wan’s smile faded, her gaze turning cold. “I just think that Teacher Xu’s teaching philosophy really needs to be changed, so as not to poison more children.”
"you……"
"I didn't take the children out for wild play," Song Wan said solemnly. "I just wanted them to experience everything in nature, not to be confined to books. I just wanted them to have an unforgettable and happy childhood. After all... a child's growth only happens once. I just want them to know that life is a wonderful journey that needs to be experienced with their hearts. If they only value academic performance, their future path will become narrower and narrower!"
Xu Wei was panting heavily, her lips trembling.
She is a veteran teacher who has worked in this field for over twenty years, and has taught many children from wealthy families. She has a certain status and position.
But here, his authority is challenged by a young, blond girl!
How could she possibly swallow this insult!
However, before she could speak, the principal led the applause.
"Well said!" the principal said with a happy smile. "Teaching children to experience life and to grow up happily—that is the purpose of education!"
"Ah...yes!" At this point, some people changed their tune, "Teacher Song's teaching philosophy is indeed advanced, and she truly deserves the title of excellent teacher!"
"That's not true at all!" Xu Wei roared.
The principal frowned. "Teacher Xu, this is the teaching area. What are you shouting for? If you're not happy about this, how about I give you some advice?"
"I'll organize a vote among the parents. If you get more votes than Ms. Song, I'll make her give you the title of outstanding teacher!"
"What?" Xu Wei was stunned.
The principal looked at Song Wan and shook her hand. "Teacher Song, what do you think?"
Song Wan chuckled, "Of course I have no problem."
And you, Teacher Xu?
Xu Wei bit her lip, glanced at Song Wan, and said slowly and deliberately, "You'd better keep your word! If I get more votes, you'll have to give up your spot!"
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