I get to know the whole of my students, not just as a student who sits in my class for 72 minutes.
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Learn MoreI love seeing my students accomplish tough learning, challenging readings and difficult policy discussions. When they find their own political voice that is such a win. My least favorite was when our school caught on fire a year ago in the early morning- yet seeing the grit of our students trying to make a partial building work has been inspiring 💕
Tell us about your most memorable teaching experience.I have taught for 32 years so there have been many memorable moments. All my students have added something enriching to my life and I feel grateful to have chosen this profession. In our small community I see so many former students at events and the fact they want to come and visit with me warms my heart. Each one tells a different story of who I have been for them as a teacher and there is no greater reward than knowing I've made a difference even if a small one.
What would you do with the $25,000?I wish I had a very noble cause for what I would use the money on. But. I incurred debt helping my own children get a college education without debt and I would use the money to pay that off which would allow me to retire a year or two earlier than what is currently planned...
