Not only does this story serve as a prime example of the integrity and dedication some of the Stamford school system&#039;s teaching staff, but it also reflects on the neglect from the Board of Education and it&#039;s lack of creative means to control the endless &#039;budgeting crisis&#039; that faces public schools. Damiano&#039;s efforts are justified by the fact she was a teacher of mine many years ago and it&#039;s wonderful to see that she is still as passionate and invested in the education of the students she teaches. More teachers (and students) should learn from her creative, proven efforts to surpass the difficulties when it comes to the Board of Educations lackluster planning.