Leslie Gitchel

I've been working in early childhood education for 37 years. I love watching children get excited about learning, making friendships!

Placed 36th

in their group

Thank you for supporting Leslie Gitchel 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.

 

Tell us why you became a teacher

I've always enjoyed being around children. I started taking ECE classes right out of high school. From my education just kept going . I have worked with infants and toddlers all the way to school age children

Tell us about your most memorable teaching experience

I have many. Any time a child learns to spell their name , or write it . Hearing from parent that their child is singing a song from our circle time. It make my heart so full.

What would you do with the $25,000?

Invest in more learning items for curriculum. Use some for that vacation and pay down some bills

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