Madison Friend

I love teaching because I love seeing the growth of each student throughout the year. They all do hard things and I’m proud of each of them!

Placed 10th

in their group

Thank you for supporting Madison Friend 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 wanted to make a daily influence as I helped children. Teaching them new things and seeing the intrigue or the light bulb go off. To provide a safe place for children where they might not have otherwise. To be a support for children, academically and not.

Tell us about your most memorable teaching experience

The most memorable moment was going to a football game and seeing a previous student. They ran up, hugged me, and cried. They said I was the reason they came to school each day. I hold that close and think back to it when I need a reminder as to why I do this.

What would you do with the $25,000?

Pay off debts and then get put into giving back to our local teachers and students. I have put together a page to help teachers clear their list and help provide supplies for students. The $25,000 would help me support and build this program.

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