Tell us why you became a teacher

I became a teacher so that I could make a difference! I thought if I made a difference in one child's life I would be grateful. What I have learned is that everyday when I show up with a smile, an encouraging word, willing to compromise and meet my students where there are at to meet their needs I make a difference! I am overwhelmed by the privilege that I have been gifted of being an educator for the last 25 years!

Tell us about your most memorable teaching experience

My most memorable teaching experience is when I had a former student come back to ask me for help when he was in danger of not graduating. He needed help and chose to come ask me to help him. We worked together and he was able to graduate on time with his peers! It was an incredible honor that my student trusted me enough to come to me for the help he needed.

What would you do with the $25,000?

I would love to invest in my newest teaching adventure. I am transferring into the position of 21st Century Literacy and am excited about the possibility of being able to provide the equipment and technology my students might not have had the opportunity to experience.