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Congratulations to
Life-Changing Teaching Award Nominee
TANIA GONZALEZ
HOMESTEAD MIDDLE SCHOOL

STUDENT RECOGNITION STORY

I was so grateful to have Tania Gonzalez as my Spanish and creative writing teacher because she made every student feel seen, capable, and important. She brought positive energy into the classroom and made learning feel exciting instead of stressful. In Spanish, she explained things clearly and made them easier to understand, and in creative writing, she encouraged us to share our ideas without fear of judgment. She celebrated our growth, even small improvements, which made me want to keep trying and improving. She showed that she cared by listening, checking in on her students, and reminding us that our voices mattered. She pushed me to think deeper, revise stronger, and believe in my abilities, which helped me become more confident both in speaking Spanish and in my writing. Having her as a teacher truly made a difference in my confidence and growth as a student.
Valeria

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