Teaching is my calling! Watching students grow, making learning fun and exciting, and creating a place where kids feel safe and loved.
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Learn MoreI became a teacher because I wanted to leave the same lasting memories on my students that my teachers left on me. As a child, I struggled with reading, and I remember how much it meant when someone believed in me. I want my students—especially those who struggle—to know they are capable and can succeed. Teaching is more than a job for me; it’s a calling God placed on my life.
Tell us about your most memorable teaching experienceOne of my most memorable teaching moments was transforming my classroom into a campsite during Read Across America Week for the first time. The excitement and wonder on my students’ faces made learning feel like an adventure. Seeing their joy and engagement inspired me to continue creating classroom transformations each year so my students can experience that same excitement and make lasting memories with learning.
What would you do with the $25,000?I would donate a portion of the money to the two schools that made a meaningful impact on my son’s life while he was living, so it could help support and encourage the students there. The rest would be placed in a savings account for my daughter in memory of her brother, who passed away this year, as a way to honor his life and continue caring for our family’s future.
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