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Tracy Capalongo

I love teaching! I get to watch curiosity spark, minds explore, & confidence grow as my students discover the magic of learning each day!

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Tell us why you became a teacher

I’ve wanted to be a teacher for as long as I can remember. I’ve always had a passion for helping children learn and grow. Being in the classroom gives me the chance to make a difference in those small, meaningful moments each day. I’m lucky to work with a classroom full of readers, creators, artists, and explorers. Their unique personalities create a fun, loving, and curious environment, and I’m truly proud to be part of it. Watching my students grow each day makes my heart so happy!

Tell us about your most memorable teaching experience

Some of my most memorable teaching moments come from watching my students engage in hands-on, interactive learning. I love giving them opportunities that spark curiosity, build confidence, and allow them to discover the magic of learning. Seeing their excitement, creativity, and teamwork as they explore and share their ideas always remind me why I was meant to be a teacher.

What would you do with the $25,000?

I would use a portion of the funding to create outdoor STEM experiences for our students. Research shows nature-based learning in early childhood strengthens curiosity, problem-solving, and early science understanding. In these early years, curiosity is powerful and essential. I would design hands-on stations in an outdoor STEM lab where students explore, build, and discover together in the natural world, sparking curiosity and a lifelong love of learning.

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