Time passes slowly as I work on the problems, occasionally raising my hand when I need help with something. Mr. Green is patient and helpful, explaining things to me in a way that makes sense. As I finish each problem, I feel a surge of confidence and start tackling the harder ones with more ease. Soon enough, all of the problems are done and I'm left waiting for him to check my work.

Mr.green: Well done Donnie, those look like they should be correct.

He pulls out a gradebook from his desk and carefully enters in the points for each problem I did correctly. After a few moments, he closes it and looks up at me with a satisfied smile on his face. It's almost as if I can see a fatherly pride in his expression.

Mr.green: Your grade in my class is now an A-, Donnie. You've done well today, and I have faith that you'll continue to improve.