Ashley Weidman

Teaching has brought incredible happiness to my life. I wake up every morning excited to spend the day teaching my 1st graders.

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Tell us why you became a teacher

I decided to become a teacher because I wanted to be a positive, important role model for the younger generation.

Tell us about your most memorable teaching experience

There have been many over the years; however, I would say it's any time a student sees their progress throughout the year. When the students visually see or feel their growth in reading or math, it's incredible. The students get a sense of "they can do anything they put their minds to"!

What would you do with the $25,000?

With the $25,000 I would use it to help provide for my family.

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