Tell us why you became a teacher

Teaching allows me to serve my community while also doing what I love. I hope that I have made an impact on my students’ lives, but they impact my life more than they will ever know. I love being creative, active, and social while also getting to watch students grow academically and emotionally. It’s the truest joy I’ve ever known!

Tell us about your most memorable teaching experience

I’ve started planning and organizing Christmas Song Bingo for our school annually. My amazing coworkers help me pull it off every year, and there is nothing like seeing the joy of the holidays shining through students and their families. It’s so wonderful to see the community take time during a busy season to spend time with each other and have some lighthearted fun! It’s one of my favorite nights of the year and I look forward to keeping the tradition going!

What would you do with the $25,000?

My husband and I would pay off student debt that affects our day to day life. He is a medical professional and we both love what we do but it was expensive to get here! We would also rescue another dog. :)