Tell us why you became a teacher

I became an educator to nurture, love, and educate children to be successful in life .

Tell us about your most memorable teaching experience

My most memorable teaching experience was my first-year teaching when a real angry student left the room to calm down because he didn't want to act disrespectful in my classroom. He later told the principal he has too much respect for me to act out in my presence. That made me feel special like I must be doing something right if a troubled student has developed that trust and respect.

What would you do with the $25,000?

I would buy unlimited number of snacks; water bottles and supplies for my students to always have what they need to be able to feel happy and prepared for the school day.