Dear Mrs Sibson
I want you to be the first to know. I am now Pam Smith B.Sc! I am indebted to you. You were the spark that set my scientific journey in motion.

Science classes were the highlight of my school days. The set government syllabus was followed but you taught us to think out of the box. I clearly remember your introduction to one topic. You told us to bring a photograph of ourselves to the next lesson.You instructed us, "Look at the photograph. Is that what you see when you look at yourself in the mirror each morning?" That was an illustration of lateral inversion.

You ran the science club and allowed us to do our own experiments, within safety limitations, in the laboratory.Those sessions spawned many entries in the young scientist competitions. Thanks to your enthusiasm I won a couple of medals.

Studying hasn't always been plain sailing but you gave me the confidence to cope and succeed. I thank you.

With fond memories
Pam Smith