Tell us why you became a teacher

I became a teacher to enrich the lives of children through exploration and learning in various environments; including nature and advancing their knowledge of various cultural traditions and practices. I enjoy encouraging students to explore their dreams and ideas to develop and reach their highest potential. My students not only learn academics but also social skills to navigate the challenges of the world.

Tell us about your most memorable teaching experience

My most memorable teaching experience is when I taught kindergarten and realized how little the scholars knew about expectations and how much more I had to learn in this journey. I simply told my students to line up and they had no clue what I meant and that is when my teaching experience started.

What would you do with the $25,000?

I would definitely support my school community as resources and supplies are limited at my school and my students deserve to have access to what is necessary for them to thrive and prepare them for the future.