Leni

I loved "playing school" when I was in elementary school. Teaching has always been my passion. I love kids and I love to see them grow. I like to feel as if I had a part in making their lives successful. I believe that one person can make a difference for many. I am a compassionate person. Being able to throw myself into a classroom and light up their day means the world to me. I teach middle school - one of the most hardest grade levels to do. But, not for me.

I have many memorable teaching experiences, but the one that stands out the most is when my Dad died. All of my students that year showed up at his wake to support me.

I would put it towards a grant. I am reaching retirement age so I would like to start a program where I can go to schools and teach the children about humanity through animals. I would start a volunteer program for kids to help bring homeless animals into the program and care for them and hope to find them a home.