Miss Smith was a well-respected teacher at school, and the kids loved her pleasant and friendly personality. Her care and concern for the children also earned her brownie points with the parents until one single mom, Millie Glynn, inadvertently came upon her secret.
Even though Millie adored Miss Smith, who took such good care of her twins, she had to do something about the teacher's double life. It was about time the lovely educator's best-kept secret got exposed.
Even though Millie adored Miss Smith, who took such good care of her twins, she had to do something about the teacher's double life. It was about time the lovely educator's best-kept secret got exposed.
She Was an Exemplary Teacher
As a single mother of eight-year-old twins Sean and Molly, Millie Glynn worked hard to provide for her children. Solo parenting is harsh at the best of times, but having to balance work and home regularly proved to be highly taxing on the young mom.
Outside help tends to be heaven-sent for mothers in situations like this. For Millie, the guardian angel proved to be Miss Smith, the twin's teacher who used to go the extra mile in caring for the two adorable kids. Being such a kind-hearted and much-loved educator only made her secret all the more disconcerting.
The Double Life of an Educator
As a tutor with years of experience teaching kids, Miss Smith knew the impact she could have on the children's life. So, she ensured her lessons went beyond imparting knowledge on subjects like mathematics and science. She taught her students life lessons that would help in shaping their personalities.
Millie was well aware of the effort her twins' teacher took in her profession. Miss Smith was an ideal educator but she was human too. People have secrets, and hers was about to be exposed. The young mother wished her favorite mentor's double life stayed hidden, but it was too late.
Just Another Day at School
A single mother's days are usually filled with moments of worry for her kids when they are apart. The same was the case with Millie, who wondered how her twins were faring for the umpteenth time that day. She needn't worry, though; their beloved teacher Miss Smith was there at school to take good care of them.
Even though it wasn't easy to trust anyone with her kids, Millie implicitly trusted the excellent judgment of Miss Smith, which provided an immense sense of relief to her. The fact that both her children were well-behaved let her be at peace. It was a matter of time before the teacher's secret would shatter her sense of calm.
The Teacher of the Year
Millie went about her day with her kids in the back of her mind. Usually, parents tend to get worried about leaving their kids in school since they have no control over what happens there. Luckily Miss Smith was in charge, and Millie had faith in the teacher.
The lady was also sure that her children were not troublesome and would not be a problem to the teacher. This conclusion allowed the mom peace of mind since all the pieces fit. Unfortunately, this ideal situation was just a smokescreen, and it wouldn't be long before Ms. Smith's true nature came to light.
Not All That Glitters
While Millie went about her day making some bread, Miss Smith was in her element teaching. Thanks to her authentic positive energy, the teacher had all the kids' attention. Her passion resonated with the kids and her colleagues.
Everything seemed to point to the positive as Miss Smith sounded like a teacher from heaven. Sadly, this positive aura was about to get shattered after some shocking revelations came out. Miss Smith's car trunk had a secret that no one saw coming. They had to call the police, and it turned out to be a parent's worst nightmare.
What a Way to End the Day
At the day's end, a tired but excited Millie made her way to the school to pick up her kids. The twins were her world, and all the sacrifices she made felt like nothing. The woman only wanted the best for her kids, so she enjoyed the ride to and from work, dropping off and picking up the kids.
While calculating what she'd make for dinner, Millie suddenly had her attention swayed in the school's parking lot. Despite it being a glance, Millie felt it in her gut that whatever she had seen needed attention. It's not every day you see two large notes plastered on the car in front of you.
It's a Police Case
It didn't take long for Millie to register that the car belonged to Ms. Smith, her favorite teacher. Some cheeky fellow had left an unseemly note in her car, making the twins' mother worry even more. Who could've done this to Ms. Smith and why?
Millie carefully approached the car to read the note, and immediately after she finished reading, she knew she had to get the cops involved. It was a shocking development, but that was the only solution she had in mind. So, she took out her phone and called the cops. Hopefully, the boys in blue would know what to make of the situation.
A Rude Way to Interrupt
Meanwhile, Miss Smith was busy tidying up and preparing to go home. She had her coffee in hand as she leaned back in her seat, taking in the day's exhaustion. Sadly, this moment of respite was suddenly stopped by a loud pounding at her door.
Smith's co-worker called out to her and burst right in. The lady was shaken, and her visage painted a horrific image for Ms. Smith. Something had gone wrong, and she was in the middle of it all. Smith needed answers fast, but before she could even say anything, her colleague beat her to the punch with some shocking news.
She's Wanted for Something
Just as Miss Smith was about to ask her colleague what the problem was, she blurted out that a police officer in the hallway was asking for her. Naturally, the teacher felt panic. What could an officer want with her? Nonetheless, Miss Smith's colleague forgot to mention that another person was waiting for her, which was her boyfriend, Lewis.
So, when the educator saw her sweetheart, she could not help but feel extreme fear. Thoughts ran through her mind, one of which was the possibility that Lewis encountered trouble with the law. Yet, she was clueless as to what his crime could be.
But First, the Introduction
It was all overwhelming for Miss Smith, and she could lose herself with one more twist to the story. She was already getting emotional just asking Lewis to tell her what was happening. Yet, her boyfriend could not provide an answer and even avoided eye contact. That action meant one thing—he was hiding something.
It was the policeman who responded to Miss Smith's questioning, introducing himself in a harsh tone. Still, the only information the police officer provided was his name—Officer Jones. If the cop's demeanor indicated what would go down, then Miss Smith could be in deep trouble.
It Had Something to Do With Her Car
After Officer Jones' introduction, he proceeded to question Miss Smith. The first question scared the teacher even more because he asked if she was carrying her car keys. Did someone steal her vehicle? Despite her confusion, though, Miss Smith took her keys from her bag and handed them over to the police officer.
Then, Officer Jones asked the confused teacher to follow him to the parking lot. In the face of the upheaval, Miss Smith became sure of one thing—her car was not stolen. So, there are only a few possibilities why a cop was bothering her, one of which was an outdated license and registration.
What Did the Dog Smell?
With the situation getting clearer, Miss Smith's panic slowly diminished. Yet, that was only up until Officer Jones explained to her that his reliable K9 sniffed something alarming inside her car. As far as the educator knew, there was nothing in her car that would attract a dog—not even food!
What could have drawn his furry friend to her vehicle? In minutes, Miss Smith's life turned from peaceful to chaotic. What was worse was that Lewis was standing beside her but not saying anything. Why wasn't he speaking up for his girlfriend? Could he have stashed something prohibited inside her car without her knowledge?
Could It Be Mistaken Identity?
At some point, Miss Smith began scouring her mind for reasons a police officer would disrupt her life. She started thinking about traffic rules she could have violated or if she had unpaid tickets. Nevertheless, in her opinion, the police officer's line of questioning was a bit too much for a minor misdemeanor.
With Officer Jones' tone, anyone witnessing the situation would think Miss Smith had committed a serious crime. As far as she knew, she had always been a law-abiding citizen. She certainly did not carry any illegal substances inside her car. In her opinion, a thorough inspection of her vehicle would lead to Office Jones apologizing for his error. Well, she was in for a big surprise.
An Unstoppable Search Starts
If one is a movie buff, they would have guessed what happened next! The police officer started circling about Miss Smith’s car, looking out for any signs that may give away unlawful or risk-exposing activities from the exterior. Still, he couldn't find anything.
Nonetheless, it didn’t end there. The policeman opened the vehicle’s doors and stepped inside without uttering another word. As he fished around various possessions, Ms. Smith stood outside, thinking about how this tense situation would unfold while trying her best to keep composure. Otherwise, she would end up stopping the officer!
Wishful Thinking Hurts No One
Not wanting to miss a single movement, Miss Smith could didn't blink as she waited for things to unfold. Yet, she couldn’t hold down the question repeatedly popping in her head. What was this police officer intensely searching for? She even started to imagine that there was someone locked up in the car’s trunk.
At this point, Lewis couldn’t bear standing quietly in a corner, so he walked up to the woman, and they hugged as tightly as ever. It indeed felt like swaying in reassuring heaven for her, though she could do anything than wish that they would get through the situation.
The Turning Point Arrives
Lewis started whispering consoling sentences, but instead of feeling better, Miss Smith’s stomach started tying in a billion knots. The lady’s teary eyes felt guilty for some unknown reason, and she decided to reply with how nothing wrong had been done, whether her boyfriend believed it or not.
On the other hand, the officer had finally hit the bullseye, apparently discovering what was being searched for. The hard-man attitude seemed to have evaporated from his body, and he let out a huge gasp from his mouth, even almost falling backward! What had this man found that made his mood suddenly change?
Questioning of the Actual Villain
The suspense had reached an intolerable brim for Miss Smith. She walked towards the mysterious trunk to see what on Earth had been located there, albeit Lewis quickly ran and grabbed her from solving the puzzle. Was he protecting her from what was inside or hiding it?
Miss Smith glanced into her boyfriend’s eyes and noticed fear. She asked him about the matter while feeling a chilly shiver running down her spine. What had Lewis done to break the trust that bound them, and why was he not feeling just as uneasy all this time?
Gone for a Life Time
Panicking didn’t turn out to be useful for Lewis as the cop was now taking out what was in the trunk. Bobbing his head sideways, he stated direly, “That’s what I thought.” Indeed, Miss Smith didn’t know what was going on, which is why what happened next was shocking.
He grabbed Lewis, brought him to his knees, and handcuffed him. The officer warned Miss Smith that her boyfriend would be doing life for carrying out such an activity, then asked her to remain there she was as he went to fetch the evidence camera.
A Ring To Seal The Deal
Miss Smith was losing it at this point, darting from her boyfriend to the police. She needed an explanation and kept pleading to know what exactly was going on. The teacher went back to Lewis to feel secure without even knowing the intention of the young guy. Then she saw him pull his hands out from his back and in front of her. To her surprise, it was a ring!
Miss Smith couldn't control her emotions as she gasped and covered her face with her hands hoping it was a dream. She heard the officers laughing, and to her surprise, they had been filming the scene!
Popping The Big Question
Lewis was on his knees, looking at his lover with so much passion reflected in his eyes. He then asked the question that we all love to witness couples asking: "My love, will you marry me?" His expectation was clear in the warm smile that beamed on his face. Miss Smith was overwhelmed with joy and tears kept running down her face.
She screamed yes, and pulled Lewis into a hug. Of course, it was a mixed feeling for Miss Smith as she was excited and confused at the same time. She also couldn't stop wondering if there was something in her trunk.
The Couple Was So Excited
Miss Smith enjoyed the moment without letting her curiosity come in the way. She hugged her man tightly and wasn't ready to let go. Millie, who had been watching the scene all the while then approached the young lovers, along with Officer Jones who was also a part of the fantastic plan.
The newly engaged couple finally let each other go, and it was time for Millie to give some detailed explanations to the teacher. She pulled her aside to tell her the entire story. Surprisingly, she found out her boyfriend knew about the plan and played his part very well.
What Was On The Note?
Every beautiful thing has a beginning, right? Remember the moment Millie found the note in the teacher’s car. It put her on hold for good reason as she was astonished by what she had seen. She was ready to go any length to take their love life to the next level, which explains everything that happened.
After reading the note, Millie called Lewis to discuss some ideas in her mind. Lewis agreed with the plot to catch his girlfriend off guard. Eventually, everything went as planned. Now, the question is, what did the note say exactly, and why was Millie so passionate about these two lovers?
They Lived Happily Ever After
The note said "Love and live every day like it’s your last." Coincidentally, this was the motto Millie lived by. She knew Lewis and Miss Smith were meant to be together, and all the relationship needed was a little push to make things work out. The young mom felt it was her responsibility to spark up their love life.
All she needed to do was to make a couple of calls to set things in order. Once Lewis agreed with the plan she had in mind, Millie asked her police friend to make it a reality. The plan worked out perfectly, and it swept Miss Smith off her feet. It is interesting to know how much people are willing to go the extra mile for us!
A Brave 10-Year-Old Boy Rescues Fellow Classmates After a Life-Threatening School Bus Accident
Students ride their school bus almost every day. However, it isn’t every day that a school bus runs off the road and swerves into a lake. And that’s exactly what happened to a school bus full of children in Tampa, Florida.
The accident put 27 students and their bus driver directly in harm's way, but thanks to the quick thinking and heroic actions of a young safety patroller, everyone made it out alive.
An Average Day
It was an average September day in Tampa, Florida. The temperature was 85 degrees and the children that attended Mary E. Bryant Elementary school were gathering outside to load up onto the school bus.
One of those children was 10-year-old Nicholas Sierra whose fluorescent electric green safety belt reflected the afternoon sun. This belt signified Nicholas’ position as a safety patroller at his school. At this moment, Nicholas had no way of knowing what he was about to face.
Hop on Board
Nicholas and his classmates were ecstatic to get onto bus 72 and out of the hot Florida weather. He and his fellow students wiped their brows and said hello to their new bus driver, Lenoir, as they got on the bus.
Lenoir was a brand-new resident of Tampa. She had just moved to the area to be closer to her family and it was her seventh day driving a bus for Mary E. Bryant Elementary school. As far as anyone knew, it was just another normal weekday. But, things were about to change.
All Aboard
It was normal for students on the school bus to sit with kids in the same grade as them. So, it was normal when Nicholas took a seat at the back of the bus near the back window with his fellow fifth graders.
Kindergarteners sat in the first few rows of the bus, then first graders, second graders, third-graders, fourth graders, and finally fifth graders. Kids could not wait to sit in seats at the back of the bus because it was a sign of seniority. From his seat, Nicholas could see all the other kids find their seats on the bus.
Safety First
Nicholas had just recently been selected to be a junior safety patroller at Mary E. Bryant Elementary School. Part of accepting this responsibility was a pledge where Nicholas stated that he would protect his peers and educate them about traffic safety.
As a junior safety patroller, Nicholas also had to perform tasks like assisting their bus drivers, walking with students around the campus, and handle several other leadership roles. Nicholas was unaware that in just a few short minutes, his training would prove to be essential.
Business as Usual
Once all the students were on the bus, Lenoir put it in reverse and left the parking lot. The bus route was the same one that it had been for as long as the school had been in session. Lenoir turned left onto Nine Eagles Road and proceeded to go about business as usual.
Since it was the end of the school day, many students on the bus were finally relaxing after a long day of learning. Nicholas was one of them. He felt his eyelids become heavy as he watched the palm trees rush by outside his window.
Getting the Job Done
The school buses used by Mary E. Bryant Elementary School and the rest of Hillsborough County schools were over twenty years old and still in good enough shape to get the job done. The same goes for the bus Nicholas was on that day.
64-year-old Lenoir, who had just started her job as a Mary E. Bryant Elementary School bus driver only one week ago, was already at home driving the big yellow bus. Lenoir had previous experience driving a bus from her previous job in Washington, D.C.
That's Odd
Nine Eagles Road was a long stretch of road that the school bus would travel down for a while. Some students dozed off while others chit-chatted away. Lenoir couldn’t hear much above the noise of all the children on the bus.
However, Nicholas, who was dozing off at the back of the bus, woke up when he heard a strange noise. He described the noise as something like metal against metal. The worst part was, he could tell it was coming from the bus floor beneath his feet.
Going Fast
Nicholas didn’t know where the metal against metal sound was coming from or why it was happening. He looked around the bus to see if anyone else was worried by the sound. He didn’t see anyone who noticed it, but he did see something else.
Nicholas noticed that bus 72 was going pretty fast. The trees outside the window seemed to be getting blurrier and blurrier. They were still picking up speed and Nicholas had no idea why they continued to move so fast.
Something’s Not Right
It was then that the other kids started getting worried. Bus 72 was started to swerve back and forth between the lanes. Everyone began glancing at each other nervously and shifted in their seats in an uncomfortable way.
It was like the trees were zooming past the bus windows at lightning speed. In the driver’s seat, Lenoir was growing paler and paler, trying to recover control of the bus even though she wasn’t even able to acknowledge what was happening.
Time to Panic
Lenoir tried everything in her power to get control over the bus, but she was unsuccessful. She tried to pump the brakes, but that didn’t work. The bus continued to speed forward at a horrifying rate.
All of the students on the bus began to panic. The younger students started to cry while other ones began screaming out of fear. Everyone onboard bus 72 was steeped in fear and adrenaline. It was pure chaos as bus 72 sped away.
Out of Control
At this point, Lenoir finally admitted to herself that she had lost control of the bus. She moved the wheel back and forth but the bus would not turn away from the stop sign that was straight in front of them.
In the back of the bus, Nicholas tried his best to stay calm. He began bracing for impact by grabbing the seat in front of him. He held it so tight that his knuckles began to turn white. Lenoir continued to wrestle with the vehicle as the rest of the bus was hysterical. Nicholas peered out the window to see where the bus was heading.
Dead Ahead
Everyone began to realize that the bus was careening towards a lake at the same time. Lenoir saw the lake and continued to try to veer off course. The rest of the students on the bus all screamed for help, though no one could help them. All they could do was brace for impact.
Nicholas was in shock as bus 72 barreled towards its grim fate. It ran right over the stop sign which only crumpled beneath it and continued straight for the lake.
No Escape
Soon, bus 72 was completely off the road and barreling over and through everything between the road at the lake. The bus clipped a telephone pole which lurched everyone forward in the seats.
The bus even teetered back and forth as it continued flying towards the lake. No one knew whether or not the bus would flip over. When the surface of the lake was only a few feet away, Lenoir finally gave up completely on saving the bus from the depths of the lake and braced for impact.
Frozen in Time
The out of control bus jerked across the grass, clipping a palm tree and then going airborne. Nicholas was thrown from his seat as everyone around him screamed. The bus was seconds away from penetrating the lake’s surface.
Nicholas said that it was like time slowed down in those few seconds as if they were suspended in mid-air. The bus turned to its side mere seconds before falling straight into the lake. Nicholas said nothing could have ever prepared him for the feeling of that impact.
In the Water
When time finally caught up and the bus hit the water, the force slammed Nicholas into the window. Waves caused by the crash lapped around them as the bus settled into its new location.
The children who had been knocked out of their seats began crying and screaming for help. Nicholas tried to regain his composure, but he felt like all the air had been knocked out of his lungs. However, he knew that time was of the essence.
In the Water
Before he could even get his bearings in the drenched school bus, he noticed something ominous: the bus was slowly sinking further down into the water. Nicholas knew what this meant.
He also knew that not every student on the bus could swim. As bus 72 began to fill with lake water, Nicholas started thinking about the best way to get out. He was busy planning an escape despite his throbbing head as more and more water began flooding the bus.
Time Is of the Essence
Nicholas didn’t even have time to tend to his injury where his head hit the window. He knew he had to act fast and, as a newly appointed safety patroller, he knew it was important for him to help his fellow students get to safety.
He started at the front of the bus with the younger students who were less likely to know how to swim. Nicholas knew that things were getting more and more dangerous by the minute. But he had no way to know that that would soon be the least of his concerns.
Getting to Work
When he got to the front of the bus where the kindergarteners sat, the water was up to his knees. He bent over and helped a crying kindergartener up. She wrapped her arms around his neck as he lifted her up.
There was an open window on the side of the bus that was in the air and lifted the kindergartener up through it. Nicholas was eager to help more students. However, he was about to be in the middle of his own worst nightmare.
What Was That?
Nicholas hurried out of the bus through the window with the kindergartener hanging onto his neck. He rushed to shore and made sure the young girl was safe on dry land. He was out of breath but headed back to the bus to help more students.
However, when he turned to head back into the lake, he saw something that made him freeze in fear. Nicholas saw a couple of alligators hanging out in the lake, eyeing the school bus, and the students inside.
Things Got Worse
Florida is known for its large population of alligators and crocodiles, so it wasn’t surprising to see them hanging out in this lake. In fact, Nicholas was familiar with the creatures as he grew up seeing them around Tampa all the time.
Nicholas did not like alligators or crocodiles and he knew just how dangerous they were. But he also knew that the kids still on the bus were still in danger. Despite the fact that he knew alligator bites were more likely to happen in the water than on dry land, he knew what he had to do.
More Work to Be Done
Nicholas watched as most of the older kids got out of the sinking school bus and swam towards the shore. His heart was racing as he noticed that many of the younger children were hardly staying afloat.
Between the sinking bus, the children’s inability to swim, and the nearby alligators, Nicholas knew that time was ticking. He knew there was only one thing he could do and he wasn’t about to leave anyone in danger.
Pure Chaos
While watching the students get out of the bus, he noticed that one person, in particular, hadn’t made it to safety: Lenoir. Nicholas knew that he had to head back to the bus so he took a deep breath and dove back into the lake.
He didn’t think anything about the alligator that was just a few dozen feet away. Nicholas didn’t want to make things more chaotic than they already were. He also didn’t want them to clear the area before everyone was safely out of the bus.
A True Safety Patroller
Lenoir was still on the bus. But so were several first and second graders. And the bus was still filling with water with every passing second. Nicholas quickly swam back to the submerged vehicle and grabbed a first and second grader.
The younger kids climbed onto his back so he could swim them to safety. Despite not being much bigger than them, he was still able to get both students back to safety. The adrenaline pumping through his system gave him the strength he needed to save those kids.
Everyone’s Safe
Back on the bus, Lenoir was helping children get off the bus. Some were weighed down by their waterlogged bookbags. He took them off and sent the kids to dry land. He was determined to see every child get back to shore safely.
Once every student was out of the bus and safe on dry land, Lenoir got ready to make the short swim back on her own. She was only a few feet away from land when she caught a glimpse of the same alligator that Nicholas had seen.
A New Obstacle
As soon as Lenoir saw the reflection of the alligator’s tail scales in the sunlight, she began swimming as fast as she could. This was now life or death in a very different way than just a few short minutes ago.
When Lenoir was the last one in the water, people along the shore began to notice the alligator that was remarkably close to her. They began shouting for help when the alligator was just a few yards away from her.
Seconds Away From Horror
As onlookers waited with bated breath, Lenoir finally reached land. She hopped up out of the water, safely away from the deadly creature a few feet away. She told everyone to “Stay back! There’s an alligator in the water!”
She quickly helped to wrangle the crowd of children and spectators and pushed them back away from the water and away from the deadly jaws of the alligator. The students of Mary E. Bryant Elementary School and their bus driver had escaped death not once, but twice.
Here Come the Parents
By now, news of the horrific school bus crash has begun to spread around Tampa. Worried parents had started arriving at the scene of the crash to make sure that their kids were okay. They were spectators as authorities investigated the crash and made sure everyone got out safely.
As soon as they heard about the bus accident, Michael and Deborah Sierra, Nicholas’ parents, ran to their car and raced to the lake where their son’s bus had recently plummeted into, praying that he was alright.
Processing Everything
As soon as Michael and Deborah got to the scene of the accident, they wrapped their arms around their son Nicholas. They were just thankful that he was safe and unharmed. In fact, every one of the 27 children that were on bus 72 made it out safely.
Not a single one of them had a serious injury, either. Despite all this, Nicholas still felt fearful. Things could have gone so much worse. He could have seen his classmates die or even could have died himself. And then the alligator - It was a lot for him to process.
Back Home
As soon as Nicholas got home, he took a shower, finally put on some dry clothes, and sat down to watch the news. Footage of the remains of bus 72 was all over the news. Clips of it in the lake, as well as it being dragged out of the lake, were all Nicholas saw.
That’s when Nicholas opened up to his parents about what happened that day. He told them, “Right when we hit the water, I felt like I was in a dream.”
Hometown Heroes
When all was said and done, Both Lenoir and Nicholas were considered heroes to their community. They did not rest until every elementary school student made it off of bus 72 safely and that is something to be proud of.
That event was one of the worst things to happen to either Nicholas or Lenoir, but they were able to stay cool, calm, and collected in order to protect the students. Everyone on that bus made it through the horrific incident, all thanks to Nicholas and Lenoir's brave actions.