| Clara Veronique Olivia Gardiner Cooper |
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| Birthdate: May 29 Occupation: High School Teacher |
| Besides being one of the greatest Teachers in the world (so I'm biased big deal!) Clara is also very involved in her students lives. She offers a helping hand or a listening ear whenever they need it. Each student who walks into her classroom knows that they are in the hands of someone who loves what she is doing and is striving to ensure that they recieve the best education possible. Clara also loves to dress up and pose for the camera. Her hat collection is legendary and are usually designed by her. However, she always states that inner beauty far outweighs physical beauty. In support of this she is known as a woman with a beautiful personality and a strong moral code. |
| Even though she had a four year old and a new baby my mom still worked hard to achieve her Bachelor of Education Degree summa cum laude. She also received her teacher's certificate with distinction. |
| Labour for learning before you grow old For learning is better than silver and gold Silver and gold will perish away But a good education will never decay - Author Unknown |
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| This quote is one that my mother constantly teachers to not only her own children but to those who enter the doors of her classroom because it is her belief that a good education can open many dooors and take you many places. |
| Clara is the fifth of seven children born to the late Samuel and Melissa Gardiner. She is married to Charles P. Cooper. Together they have three children: Charlisa Philippa Cherise, Charles Philip Christopher and Cameron Charlton Philician. She is a graduate of The Government High School and the University of the West Indies. Her Hobbies include: Reading, Sewing and Craft She is an active member of the Bahamas Girl Guide Association Ass. Commissioner Western District |
| My Mother For as long as I can remember you have been by my side to give me support to give me confidence to give me help For as long as I can remember you have always been the person I looked up to so strong so sensitive so pretty For as long as I can remember and still today you are everything a mother should be For as long as I can remember you provided stability within our family full of laughter full of tears full of love So much of what I have become is because of you - Poem by Susan Polis Schutz |