If I could give anyone anything, I'd give them questions and then eagerly look for the answers with them.

I am thrilled to become a teacher, but I didn't always know it. I thought, just a teacher? I can do more. Teachers are something we usually take for granted. It took me some time to realize that without teachers there would be no doctors, lawyers, politicians, or even artists. That a teacher can be a friend, a mom, a dad or anyone, and vice versa.

Children are so invigorating to work with. They have a great capacity for being amazed and excited about little discoveries. They don't hide their pride and their sense of accomplishment. They don't hide their impressions and hurt either. Children are so full of potential. However, that potential often goes to waste because of "grown-up's" indifference, lack of time and dedication, and even neglect and abuse. Today I am determined to help children achieve their goals and as much as I can, guide them to become "good people" no matter what path they take in life.

I chose Spanish because it is so full of possibilities. Just like the study of any foreign language, Spanish offers me an opportunity to address social issues through cultural studies. It allows for the development of artistic expression, through music, art, dance, and literature. It is also a great way to promote understanding and acceptance of all peoples. Through learning and interacting with other people's ideas, stories, experiences and perspectives, we can broaden our horizons and see beyond languages and borders.

Spanish is also a great way to have fun in the classroom. Interaction and creativity is so important to learning a language, it gives me a wonderful chance to get to know my students and be an influence in their lives as they also influence mine. Having fun while learning is very important. Learning has always been so enjoyable to me. As a teacher, I will focus on making my students' learning experience a fun and long-lasting one.