Tell us why you became a teacher

I became a teacher because I promised myself that I would see ALL of my students, and I would be sure to make sure they all felt love! I became a teacher because I wanted to make learning fun! I wanted to make school as much fun as possible. I wanted to be become a teacher, so I could be the difference in some my students lives. I became a teacher because I care.

Tell us about your most memorable teaching experience

When the “quiet ones” finally start to engage and start talking to you. My favorite thing is when my kindergarteners compare their writing from the beginning of the year to the end. They go from not knowing how to write their name, to writing stories and paragraphs for me.

What would you do with the $25,000?

I would take my husband and 3 small children on a vacation, and/or we would use it to put a down payment on a car so my husband will be able to pick up all the kids occasionally