Before he marked the papers , the teacher briefly paused ,
To appreciate the work that every student does .
Some are colourful and well presented works of art ,
Others are rough and ready while some don’t know where to start .
Then one is exceptionally gifted more than the rest ,
Distinction is a word reserved for the very best .
The teacher smiled and on the page his comment was made ,
Excellent work , well done this is high above the grade .
In every school there’s at least one gifted student .
Academically and advanced without effort spent .
With brains to burn, its easy to learn , that’s what they say .
Top of the class and top of the show , he’ll do ok .

By Paul McCann