Congratulations to
Life-Changing Teaching Award Nominee
VIVIANNA ZAILA
NORTH MIAMI SENIOR
STUDENT RECOGNITION STORY
Your class is a good part of my day because you really do try your best to help us learn and understand. What makes you a great teacher is your effort and the way you don’t give up on your students. Even if something is hard for us, you take the time to explain it again and make sure we get it. You might think you’re just an okay teacher, but honestly, you’re one of the best because you truly care and always put in effort, even when it’s not easy.You make class more enjoyable by keeping a positive attitude and helping us stay focused. Even on days when people might not feel like working, you still try to make sure we are learning something. You help make the classroom a space where we can ask questions without feeling judged, and that makes a big difference.I know you care about your students because you check in on us and pay attention to how we’re doing. You don’t just focus on grades, but also on making sure we understand and feel supported. That shows that you actually care about us as people, not just students in your class.
You’ve helped me become a more confident student by encouraging me to keep trying and not give up when things get difficult. You remind us that it’s okay to make mistakes and that learning takes time. Because of that, I feel more comfortable participating and doing my work.
You have supported me both inside and outside of the classroom by being someone who listens and wants us to succeed. Knowing that you are there to help makes it easier to stay motivated. Thank you, Ms. Zaila, for always trying your best and being a teacher who truly cares about her students.
Abigaelle Fortune
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