On May 4th, 2012, 8th grade students from the National Pedagogic College met with several seniors to hear their life stories. The seniors included a retired teacher and writer, a former tailor who is a student's grandmother, and a retired primary school teacher. The students learned how important it is to help others from a story they read. Each senior then introduced themselves and shared their biography and experiences. One senior, Mrs. Popa, discussed growing up in Basarabia, her career as a tailor, and her current enjoyment of gardening and caring for family members.