Ashley Carstens

I love being able to shape the world one little mind at a time. Teaching them to love everyone means so much to me and the world needs it.

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Help me become America's Favorite Teacher, win $25,000, a trip to Hawaii, and appear in Reader's Digest!

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Tell us why you became a teacher

I became a teacher to help educate young minds. To help them grow to love each other as well as a love for reading. I love watching my kids grow everyday with the knowledge that I have helped them get to this part.

Tell us about your most memorable teaching experience

When one of my kids comes running into my room to give me a hug or just to say hello. Whether they are a present student of mine or a past one it makes my day everyday.

What would you do with the $25,000?

I would buy classroom supplies with part of it, and put the rest in an education fund for my children so they could also use it to further their education.

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