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"Teaching is a blessing," said Ran Longpeng, a disabled teacher from Pengshui County in Chongqing. Over the past two decades, he has been carrying his pupils on his back across the river to school every day and shouldering the responsibilities of the entire school. On September 10th, the heroic Ran Longpeng made an appearance at a commendation meeting. His story was first reported by the Chongqing Evening News three years ago, when they published an article titled "a disabled teacher supporting a school for 18 years". It was this report that brought Ran Longpeng's remarkable accomplishments to light, revealing him as an honorable substitute teacher living in a remote mountainous area.
iaoli Village Primary School, located in a remote and impoverished area, was in desperate need of a teacher. Despite the school's dire circumstances, no one was willing to take on the challenge. However, in 1988, when the school was on the brink of closing and children were at risk of losing access to education, Ran arrived as a substitute teacher.
Due to the fact that there was a small river in front of the school, Ran often had to carry his students across the water on his back. In 1989, while doing just that, he accidentally sprained an ankle and injured his hip joint. Tragically, he fell down on the way to class and badly hurt himself, almost requiring him to have his leg amputated. Despite this setback, Ran remained committed to his duties and continued to carry his pupils across the river to school.
Over the years, Ran went above and beyond for his students. Between 1998 and 2002, he deposited his wages into the school, helping it stay afloat financially. If a student couldn't afford tuition fees, Ran would use his own money to help them. In total, he spent more than 10,000 yuan on various kinds of fees for students.
It wasn't until one day that Ran's dedication truly paid off. A group of students approached him with tears in their eyes, thanking him for all that he had done for them. It was then that they helped him get back to teaching and he returned to Xiaoli Village Primary School full-time.
Only after facing death can one truly understand the meaning of life," said Liu Xuemei, a teacher from Nanping Middle School. On September 10th, she was honored for her exemplary service as an educator on behalf of other outstanding teachers. Despite having battled cancer herself, Liu has inspired many with her resilience and dedication to teaching.
Liu was born into a family of educators and began her career in 1988 as a graduate of a normal school. Initially hesitant due to the poor conditions of Jiguanshi School in Nan'an District and its surrounding environment, she ultimately decided to stay. "Despite these challenges, I couldn't bear to leave behind such clean and honest eyes," she recalled. Over the course of 16 years at the school, Liu refused numerous opportunities to transfer elsewhere and remained committed to her students.
In recognition of her unwavering commitment to education and her personal struggle with cancer, Liu Xuemei serves as an inspiration to all who know her story. Her experiences have taught us that true strength lies not only in overcoming adversity but also in the ability to inspire others and make a positive impact on the world around us.
In 2004, Liu transferred to Nanping Middle School. In August of that year, she was diagnosed with cancer, which had a profound impact on her mental and emotional health. Despite the setback, Liu remained determined to overcome her illness and return to her role as a teacher. However, her condition continued to worsen, affecting not only her health but also her ability to teach effectively.
Fortunately, Liu's students and their parents were incredibly supportive during this difficult time. They reached out to her daily, sending messages of encouragement and love to help lift her spirits. Their kindness and unwavering support played a crucial role in helping Liu regain her confidence and determination. Over time, her depression began to subside, and she knew that she needed to get back to work as soon as possible.
Two months after undergoing surgery, Liu was able to return to Nanping Middle School. She resumed her post as a teacher, determined to make up for the lost time and provide her students with the education they deserved. "It is all right that I am not a great person. But I must live up to the expectations of my students and their parents, as well as to what is required of being a teacher," said Liu.
Liu's story serves as an inspiration to us all. Her unwavering commitment to her students and her willingness to fight against all odds is a testament to the power of human resilience. We can all learn from her example and strive to be there for those around us, even in the toughest of times.
