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In 2020, I graduated from Imperial Valley College with an Associates in Arts. It was a big accomplishment for me because I had took a 2 year break from school after becoming a mom. I wasn’t sure what degree I wanted because I had nursing has my first degree, but I’ve always had the passion to help kids whether it was helping them emotionally or mentally I wanted to support them in any way. Therefore, I decided to change my degree to Elementary Education. It was a challenge, but at the end it was worth it.

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In 2022, I graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in  Elementary Education. I started off the semester with online courses due to the pandemic. It was stressful having to manage my online classes, while my son was also in zoom. There were days where I wanted to drop out, but I kept on going. In 2022, I proved to myself that I was able to do it despite the difficulties and stressful situations that I had. I was able to walk across the stage and show my family the hard work that I payed off.

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In Fall 2022 the day finally came. I get to start the credential program!!

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During my free time, I enjoy dancing with my family. I grew up having family parties and always dancing to bachata, banda, cumbias, etc., My family enjoys to dance all the time. There’s been occasions where we compete against each other. It’s always a great time to dance.

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My grandparents are from Mazatlan, which is part of my cultural upbringing. When I was little we would visit this place and go to the beaches, eat seafood, dance, etc., It is always a great time with family.

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I was raised in a religious family, so listening to worship songs keeps me going. This is one of my favorite songs that I listen too.

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Leeland - Way Maker (Official Live Video)

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I enjoy Pinterest too much. I think I've become addicted with it whether its looking at future teaching materials or home decor, food, etc., it is something that I use in my time off.

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I love eating seafood. I come from a family that loves eating different sorts of seafood. I enjoy oysters, aqua chiles, shrimp cocktail. Its one of my meals that I can probably eat everyday.

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I'm a mom to two wild kids that have more energy than me, but they keep me going. I became a young mom and took a break when I was attending IVC, but now here I am going to do student teaching next.

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I can't lie I'm addicted to coffee haha. Ever since I became a SDSU student coffee has been my go-to. I know when I start teaching it is probably going to get worse, but I don't think I'm the only one.

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Its so hard to stay away from target. I go in for one thing but end up coming out with home decor, clothes, and almost the whole store. Target is one of my interest especially when I need a break. Its always a great time shopping at target.

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I currently work at Ben Hulse elementary in Imperial. My position is working for EL students and supporting them in developing English as a second language. I enjoy working with those students, but this will be my last school year because I will be starting student teaching.