Friday, August 14, 2009

Man Begins 59th Year Teaching!

That is Sylvester Franklin, a junior high teacher from the small town of Haskell, Oklahoma.

He is 84 years old.

He just began his 59th year of teaching.


59 years at one job is inspiring, but 59 years teaching math and science to middle school students is impressive.

That's the case for Sylvester Franklin, whose career started shortly after World War II came to an end. The only place he has ever taught is in Haskell, in Muskogee County.

And in all that time... from the end of World War II until now... he has missed two days of work.

Perspective, anyone?

1 comment:

  1. Wish I was made of steel just like him. I'm in amazement.

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