Quarter-Finalist
Dana Gaither
I love teaching because I get to make learning fun and exciting for students. I love getting to know my students and families.
I love teaching because I get to make learning fun and exciting for students. I love getting to know my students and families.
Help me become America's Favorite Teacher, win $25,000, a trip to Hawaii, and appear in Reader's Digest!
One outstanding teacher will win $25,000, a feature in Reader's Digest, a trip to Hawaii, and a school assembly with Bill Nye!
Learn MoreI was not always the best student, however, I was always able to thrive because I had wonderful teachers. Several teachers made a huge impact in my life and I wanted to do the same for others.
Tell us about your most memorable teaching experienceMy most memorable teaching experience was when my 5th grade class read a book together and fell in love with reading. We wrote letters to the author asking many questions and wondering if there was a sequel.
What would you do with the $25,000?If I won $25,000 I would pay off some debt, take a nice summer trip, and have a fun end of the year party with my students.
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