I’m Verse 1: The grading scale, it weighs me down A number defines my worth, I frown But my teacher sees beyond the mark Encourages growth, ignites a spark Chorus: I'm more than a grade, more than a score My teacher knows that, and so much more They guide me with care, help me to see My knowledge has improved, and I'm proud to be me Verse 2: Attendance policies, rules to abide But my teacher wants me by their side They know the value of my presence And encourage me to make the most of every lesson Chorus: I'm more than a grade, more than a score My teacher knows that, and so much more They guide me with care, help me to see My knowledge has improved, and I'm proud to be me Verse 3: Participation, it can be daunting But my teacher creates a space that's welcoming They value my voice, and what I have to say And encourage me to share, in every way Chorus: I'm more than a grade, more than a score My teacher knows that, and so much more They guide me with care, help me to see My knowledge has improved, and I'm proud to be me Verse 4: Assignments can feel like a chore But my teacher helps me to explore The material, in new and exciting ways Encouraging me to learn, each and every day Chorus: I'm more than a grade, more than a score My teacher knows that, and so much more They guide me with care, help me to see My knowledge has improved, and I'm proud to be me Verse 5: Questions can be scary to ask But my teacher removes that daunting task They welcome my curiosity, with open arms Encouraging me to learn, and be unharmed Chorus: I'm more than a grade, more than a score My teacher knows that, and so much more They guide me with care, help me to see My knowledge has improved, and I'm proud to be me Verse 6: Learning can be a journey, a wild ride But my teacher is by my side Offering suggestions, and ways to explore Helping me to learn, and so much more Chorus: I'm more than a grade, more than a score My teacher knows that