Darcie S Wallace,
West Islip, NY
As someone studying to be an elementary school teacher, it is essential that every student in my future classroom feels that they belong. I do not only want them to feel like they belong, but I want them to be confident and feel powerful. I want them to embrace where they are from and respect all the other students and their backgrounds. Empowering students and embracing all backgrounds is crucial as a future elementary school teacher.