Emilia Carrillo

I love to create a love for learning in each individual child by sparking their curiosity using their individual interests. See them thrive

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Tell us why you became a teacher

I became a teacher because my parents instilled the value of education and a belief that we all have a responsibility to do our part to invest in it.

Tell us about your most memorable teaching experience

John John a true artist who finally learned to read and after reaching 4th grade without passing any of his tests, ultimately passed that dreaded test. The look in his eyes when he said “i passed it Ms. Carrillo”. He was so proud of himself. That is what we live for. The beginning of a love for learning.

What would you do with the $25,000?

Pay student loans and perhaps a trip to visit my parents.

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