Dawn

I love helping my emotionally disturbed teens see there are people out there they can trust

Placed 19th

in their group

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Tell us why you became a teacher

To help the emotionally disturbed teens that I teach have a safe place to learn and feel accepted no matter what their disability

Tell us about your most memorable teaching experience

I had a junior who got pregnant and her mom kicked her out who called me at school on her way to school the following morning saying I'm gonna be late I'm walking in the rain, but I'll be there. I was so proud that she tried to get to school despite the circumstances.

What would you do with the $25,000?

I'd put a chunk toward a housing project to open up a residential center for teens with severe behaviors/disabilities. The rest I'd put in savings to help my sons get off to a good start

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