For Enola Wilson, a young high school teacher, teaching isn’t merely an occupation, it was a calling that transformed her outlook on life and deepened her understanding of others.
A proud graduate of President’s College, Enola earned 12 CXC subjects with Grades 1 to 3 before pursuing an associate’s degree at the Cyril Potter College of Education (CPCE), majoring in Agricultural Science and graduating with credit. Wilson is also pursuing a bachelor’s degree at the University of Guyana specialising in Agricultural Science.
Her academic journey, she says, was shaped by hard work, discipline, and a deep curiosity for learning, qualities she now instills in her own students.
“I’ve always loved learning. I wouldn’t say I always dreamed of being a teacher, but life led me here, and now, I can’t imagine doing anything else,” Enola said.
Enola admits that teaching wasn’t part of her original plan. “There wasn’t one defining moment or person,” she reflected. “But over time, I realized how powerful teaching really is. You don’t just teach lessons, you shape lives.”
That realisation deepened when she entered the classroom for the first time. “I began to understand how much children’s home environments influence them, how they respond to love, patience, and encouragement. That’s when it clicked, I was meant to be here.”
Enola’s passion for teaching was nurtured by her own role models. She fondly recalls her high school, Biology and Human and Social Biology teacher, Ms. Shernel Gillis, describing her as “passionate, patient, and dedicated.”
Enola added, “She made learning exciting and meaningful. She’s one of the reasons I wanted to make that same kind of impact”
She also credits Sir Brandon and Sir Anurama for shaping her approach to education. “They were firm, caring, and deeply committed. They taught me that a great teacher can change how students see themselves.”
For Enola, the greatest reward lies in watching her students succeed. “When you’ve poured your heart into helping a child grow, and then you see them graduate or land their first job, that’s the ultimate reward. You feel proud knowing you helped guide them there.”
Her journey isn’t one without challenges. She admits that saying goodbye to her students is often the hardest part. “You grow attached to them,” she said softly. “But I remind myself that it’s part of the process, my job is to prepare them to fly.”
Her advice to aspiring teachers is both heartfelt and practical. “Teaching is not easy,” she said frankly. “You have to be patient because every child is different. And you must be firm, children will test your limits. But if you truly care and stay committed, the rewards far outweigh the challenges. At the end of the day, it’s about love, love for your students, love for learning, and love for helping others become their best selves.”
From her early academic success at President’s College to her professional training at the Cyril Potter College of Education, Enola Wilson’s journey reflects dedication, compassion, and an unwavering belief in the power of education. Her story is a reminder that great teachers do more than instruct, they inspire.
