Tell us why you became a teacher

I became a teacher because growing up I struggled. I couldn't read and have ADHD. My teachers never gave up on me, brightened my spirt and gave me the strength and love to keep trying .

Tell us about your most memorable teaching experience

My most memorable teaching experience was at the end of my first year teaching. I tried my very best all year long, felt like I was failing most days! When I told the students they would be going to 1st grade a student said she didn't want to go to first grade she wanted to stay with because she loved me!

What would you do with the $25,000?

If I won the 25,000 I would like to see what I could do to give back to the paraprofessionals in my school! They work so hard, each and every day for the students and truly are not paid enough. I would also like to use some to help get my family a house! They have been supportive of my education journey, and Inwould love to give us a new home!