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This Bible is part of my spiritual literacy, a text I return to not just for religious reasons, but for reflection, guidance, and growth. Reading scripture is both a personal and cultural practice that has helped shape my values and how I approach teaching, empathy, and justice.

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Visiting this cultural landmark pushed me to reflect on history, ancestry, and tradition. It made me reconsider how disconnected we can become from our roots and inspired me to dig deeper into the stories, languages, and rituals that shaped my people. This experience shifted how I view culture, not as something static, but as something alive and worth preserving.

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This night flight represents a moment of cultural discomfort, leaving a familiar place and stepping into a new space that felt overwhelming and unfamiliar. Traveling made me realize how deeply rooted I was in my own culture and how hard it can be to navigate unfamiliar norms, language, or expectations. 

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This photo captures one of the most meaningful moments of community support in my life, getting baptized alongside my best friend.  That day reminded me of the strength and beauty of spiritual community, and how faith can bind us together in love, accountability, and growth.

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This photo represents one of my favorite literacy experiences, getting lost in the magical world of Harry Potter. Stories like this sparked my imagination and love for reading growing up, and they continue to remind me how books can transport, empower, and unite us.

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This photo shows the digital literacy that's part of my everyday life. Whether I'm texting, reading captions, engaging in group chats, or watching educational TikToks, I'm constantly reading and interpreting language in different formats and that's literacy too.

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This is me, a teacher in the making. My "I Am" poem would say: I am nurturing and passionate, shaped by my culture, my faith, and my students. I am becoming the teacher I needed when I was younger, and the one my future students deserve.

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This necklace is more than just an object; it's a symbol of my family's faith, resilience, and tradition. Passed down through generations, it reminds me of the prayers spoken over me and the spiritual foundation that continues to shape who I am today.

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This moment captured a joyful family outing, one of many memories that reflect how close-knit and supportive we are. My favorite characteristics is how deeply I care for the people I love, something I learned from growing up surrounded by strong family ties like this one.

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This photo is of me as a child, standing confidently in my family's home. My name, Rebeca, was chosen with love and carries strength and tenderness, qualities my family always nurtured in me. This picture reminds me of my roots and the bold, expressive personality I've had since day one.

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This colorful student drawing symbolizes the bias I continue to unlearn: the assumption that every student's way of learning or expressing themselves should fit neatly into a single mold. This picture reminds me that creativity, culture, and individuality are vital parts of learning, especially for students from diverse backgrounds.

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This photo represents my strength as a future teacher, my ability to build connections and create a classroom culture where students feel seen, safe, and valued. I believe every child brings something meaningful, and I strive to affirm their identities and support their learning through love, structure, and encouragement. 