Jessica Folgar

My love for teaching grows every single day with exploration, discovery, and growth. I am able to help my students love to learn.

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Tell us why you became a teacher

When I was six years old, I had a teacher name Ms. lively. She was sweet kind patient and showed she cared about me. I wanted to do the same for my students. I am so proud to continue inspiring boys and girls to love education.

Tell us about your most memorable teaching experience

my most memorable teaching experience was my first year of teaching in a fifth grade class. I was not only able to impact my students academically, but also inspire and care about them. My first group of students hold, dear to my heart.

What would you do with the $25,000?

With the contribution of $25,000. I would donate a portion to my class. So that students are able to benefit from extra learning activities and opportunities . I would also use the remaining money to pay my student loan.

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