Joanna Niiholm
Not all students have the support or care they need outside of school. Being a teachers gives those students someone they can turn to.
Not all students have the support or care they need outside of school. Being a teachers gives those students someone they can turn to.
Thank you for supporting Joanna Niiholm in this year's competition. Your donations and participation will benefit The Planetary Society in their mission to advance space exploration, inspire discovery, and empower the next generation of innovators.
Some of my teachers were there for me when I was going through hardships and I will never forget how selfless and kind they were. I wanted to give that back and make sure students have teachers they can rely on for a multitude of reasons.
Tell us about your most memorable teaching experienceSocial emotional development is one of my focuses as an elementary school teacher. Every time I see a student with behavior issues break free from those habits because of our work together is the biggest reward.
What would you do with the $25,000?Continue renovating my dream house with and for my family. We've had a home and some land for 2 years that we haven't been able to live on due to extreme renovations that have been costly.
Colossal is a nationally registered professional fundraiser that inspires people to advocate for themselves and those in need. Through online competitions like America's Favorite Teacher, Colossal offers participants the opportunity to make their mark while also making a big impact.
Learn More
