Wonder
A day that always created mixed feelings. Some of her students were elated, others disappointed, and there was always two that cried.
Rachel walked among the throng of students and their parents, pristine envelopes in hand. From what she could see, it was mainly positive. Good, she thought; it's what they deserve. It was a year of hard work. At one point, even Rachel thought she may break. But here they all were.
Results day for Waterloo Road was finally a positive day.
She could see Eddie sitting at the alphabetised table, handing out envelopes. He was smiling- a good sign. So was Steph. A not so good sign. Grantly seemed to be almost asleep; Tom was handing out his envelopes for him.
Rolling her eyes, Rachel decided she didn't mind this once. She had wanted to boost the school's success but she had also wanted the student's to better themselves. To build their own future.
The grin as they opened the envelope, the shared hugs, congratulations, and promises of a place at university, that was enough to keep Rachel satisfied. It never failed to amaze her when they proved her right.