Georget Ido … A Life Path Filled with Love for Knowledge and Dedication

 Georget Ido … A Life Path Filled with Love for Knowledge and Dedication

Written by: Milad Korkis

Founder of the Project: Memora 360 – Arabic

In the realm of knowledge and education, every human being begins a journey in search of light and understanding. And in a teacher, one finds a beacon that illuminates the path of life, planting seeds of curiosity and creativity in the hearts of students. A teacher opens new horizons, showing students that the pursuit of knowledge is not merely a duty but a passion, a purpose, and a way of life—an instrument through which nations rise and civilizations are built.

I, Milad Korkis, one of her students, had the honor of knowing the esteemed teacher Georget Ido. To me, she was more than a teacher; she was a model of dedication, a source of inspiration, and a living embodiment of noble values and sincerity in the field of education. She left an indelible mark on me, awakened my love for knowledge, and constantly encouraged me to give my best. Her extensive experience and her devotion to educating generations with love and integrity taught me that a teacher does not merely transmit information; a teacher ignites curiosity, nurtures the joy of learning, and plants confidence and mutual respect within students.

Georget Ido was born on June 16, 1959, in Derik Al-Malikiyah, and grew up in a loving family consisting of her parents, Ishaq Ido and Fahima Kabro Hano, three brothers, and five sisters. She was the sixth child. Her childhood was filled with innocence and joy—accompanying her grandparents to vineyards, picking flowers along the roads, and visiting her aunt in the village, where she embraced the simplicity of rural life and the freshness of nature.

Although her father had never attended school, he taught himself reading, writing, and arithmetic, and served voluntarily in the military until he reached the rank of sergeant major in the year she was born. He valued education deeply and always supported his children’s learning. His guidance and expectations served as a strong pillar in Georget’s educational journey.

Raised with values of honesty, love, integrity, and dedication to work, these qualities became the foundation of her personality and her relationships within the community and the workplace. Her family’s love for learning and culture motivated her to read from an early age, opening a window to the world.

Her passion for learning led her to devote herself fully to reading during her youth. Curiosity pushed her to discover the world. She memorized poems and stories, wrote letters to relatives and travelers, and shared her knowledge lovingly. She recalls an incident at the cultural center at the age of eight: the librarian refused to give her a book because she was too young. When the director intervened and allowed her to read aloud with confidence, her love for books deepened even further, building the vocabulary and eloquence that would later distinguish her in school.

During middle school, Georget continued her academic excellence and ranked first among her classmates. She chose the scientific track in high school, dreaming of studying pharmacy. However, due to financial circumstances, she attended the Teacher Training Institute in Al-Hasaka instead. While studying, she helped her sisters knit wool and took on family responsibilities alongside her education—learning the value of hard work without ever losing her passion for learning.

After graduating from the institute, she began her teaching career at the rural Mamoun School, then transferred to Skina Bint Al-Hussein School—the very school of her childhood. She was warmly welcomed by the principal, Angel Gebrael (Um Hayan), marking the beginning of a long journey of devotion in the world of education. She taught upper-grade classes in various subjects and left a lasting positive influence on her students. Over the years, she rose to become assistant principal, then principal, and finally the school’s administrator. Her teaching career spanned more than 33 years of hard work and commitment until she retired due to the war and the idea of migration.

Her personal life was full of love and partnership. She married Behnan Saliba, an assistant English teacher, and they had one son and three daughters. Together, they built a harmonious family that valued education and hard work. Sadly, after many years together, Georget lost her beloved husband—a loss that deeply affected her. Yet she faced this difficult chapter with patience and faith, keeping her family united and raising her children according to the values they cherished.

As the situation in Syria worsened and life became harder after her husband’s passing, Georget decided to migrate to Sweden with her daughters Jessy and Julia, along with some relatives. The dangerous journey took them across the sea from Turkey to Greece and finally to Sweden, where they arrived on October 28, 2015. They applied for asylum and were granted temporary residency. Despite being over fifty-five, Georget began learning Swedish and reached an intermediate level.

In Sweden, she worked for four years: two years as a librarian in an elementary school—continuing her lifelong passion for reading—and two more years as a teaching assistant for the 4th and 5th grades. There she expanded her experience, supported students with dedication, and preserved her love for education.

“My beloved homeland lives in my heart and memories,” she says, “and I pray to God that it remains safe and at peace, always a source of pride and love for me.”

Her message to the new generation of teachers:

“Be true builders. Plant love, sincerity, and acceptance of others in the hearts of your students.”

Her message to students:

“Use technology and development, but protect your humanity, preserve your values, and uphold your morals.”

“If I could turn back time,” she adds, “I would choose teaching again, for it is a noble mission, not just a profession. Nothing brings me more joy than seeing my students succeed around the world, remembering my efforts with love and appreciation, and keeping beautiful memories of our school days together.”

Her message to her children:

“You are my true treasure, priceless beyond measure. Be a support to one another, live with love, and always embody honesty and humility. I love you dearly and pray that God protects you.”

I, Milad Korkis, had the honor of knowing Georget Ido. She was more than a teacher

she was a model of dedication, a source of inspiration, a living example of noble values and sincerity. Her long educational journey taught me that teachers do not merely deliver knowledge

they ignite curiosity, kindle the love of learning, and build trust and respect within the hearts of their students.

As part of the Memora 360 – English project, I am proud and grateful to document the lives of such remarkable individuals, preserving their stories to inspire future generations.

Georget Ido is not merely a name in history

she is a living message of values, genuine love for education, deep commitment, and the power to change lives.

In the end, the life of Georget Ido reveals that her path was not only an educational journey

it was living proof of willpower, the greatness of the educational mission, and the ability to turn challenges into opportunities, transforming hardship into wisdom and love for knowledge into a spark for generations to come. Her life teaches us that boundless dedication, unwavering principles, thirst for knowledge, and sincere commitment are the elements that make a teacher a true role model who leaves behind a lasting legacy.