Tell us why you became a teacher

I became a teacher to ensure students never face challenges that I did as a student. I want them to be given the support that I never had and a voice that they deserve to have to not only help their education, but prepare them for life beyond school.

Tell us about your most memorable teaching experience

My most memorable teaching experience was having my 8th grade US History class perform a Lewis & Clark play. The students were able to play any roll and one boy chose to be Sacajawea when she was pregnant, and even gave birth with an inflatable globe. His acting had the entire class crying from laughing.

What would you do with the $25,000?

If I won the 25,000, I would purchase absolute necessities for our school that are not being provided. I would also create a scholarship for students who have overcome adversities for the college I went to and received a scholarship for the same thing. I want to give back to the community and help, as people did for me.