Full of Energy from Young People
Translated from Icelandic, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
TLDR
- Hildur Einarsdóttir finds joy and energy in teaching chemistry to young students at Flensborg.
- She has been teaching at the school since 1996 and feels a strong connection to her students, respecting their ambition and discipline.
- Flensborg has won the national chemistry competition for high school students two years in a row, with students advancing to international competitions.
At Flensborg, a school with a proud tradition, chemistry teacher Hildur Einarsdóttir continues to inspire young minds. Einarsdóttir, a proud alumna herself, has dedicated years to teaching at her alma mater, finding immense fulfillment in nurturing the next generation of scientists. Her passion for chemistry is evident, and she shares a unique bond with her students, whom she describes as ambitious and disciplined.
Despite facing personal health challenges, Einarsdóttir draws strength and energy from her students. She emphasizes the importance of mutual respect between teachers and students, a philosophy that has clearly fostered a positive learning environment. This reciprocal respect is key to her success in igniting a passion for chemistry, a subject that has seen Flensborg students achieve remarkable success on the national stage.
I find it more and more fun and enjoy being with young people. I think they are wonderful. It is talked down to young people far too often, but many of them have so much ambition and show discipline. I respect them and they respect me. I get so much energy from them and I also enjoy sharing this subject.
The school's recent victories in the national chemistry competition, with students Daði Þór Friðriksson and Bergur Fáfnir Bjarnason leading the charge, are a testament to the quality of education and dedication at Flensborg. These young talents are not only excelling locally but are also representing Iceland on the international level, bringing pride to the school and the nation. Einarsdóttir's commitment, coupled with her students' achievements, highlights the vibrant academic spirit thriving in Iceland.
It is a lot of fun to be a teacher and to feel when interest awakens and grows. Students must feel that one has their best interests at heart. To achieve success as a teacher, one must infect students with enthusiasm. I just love being around these kids.
Originally published by Morgunblaðið in Icelandic. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.