Jessica Gastelum

I love the environment of building community through knowledge.

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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 inspire growth and confidence in others. Education changes lives and I want to do my part to help our community grow through discovery of strength, overcome challenges and believe in their potential. Making that change everyday is what makes teaching meaningful to me.

Tell us about your most memorable teaching experience

I love seeing students who struggle finally be able to understand a concept. When the light clicks it makes all the hard work worth it.

What would you do with the $25,000?

I would love to be able to take a vacation with my family and also make some big purchases for my classroom.

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