With heartfelt gratitude,

L Medina

Thank you so much for your help. You were always so helpful and supportive. Your feedback to all the assignments helped me build my skills for the better.

Daniel Cardona

From the bottom of my heart thank you!

You made this whole process alot easier and Tueadays were pleasant with such an awesome mentor. I appreciate all the advice and help you gave during the hard times that I faced the past two years. Your new group of mentees do not know how lucky they are going to be.

-Victor

Thank you for being such a fantastic mentor and for your constant support and guidance. I'm genuinely grateful for all the wisdom and advice you've shared. Your mentorship is invaluable to me. Your guidance has made a significant difference in my teaching career. Thanks Mary you are the best!!!

Caring heart that uplifted me as a teacher

Resilient in challenges, always leading with grace

You believed in our growth even when we doubted

Supportive, steady, and full of wisdom

Tirelessly dedicated to inclusion and progress

Advocating for every learner’s voice and value

Lighting the way with compassion and strength

thank you so much!

M. Diaz

Your patience, encouragement, and deep understanding of our students' needs have inspired me more than I can say. Whether it was through your thoughtful feedback, the countless strategies you shared, or simply the way you model compassion and high expectations, you've shown me what it truly means to be an effective and empathetic teacher.

Because of your support, I feel more confident, capable, and committed to making a difference in the lives of my students. I carry the lessons you taught me into every class I teach, and I’m truly grateful to have had you as a mentor.

Thank you for believing in me, challenging me, and helping me grow. I hope to one day pay it forward and support another teacher the way you supported me.

-Jackie

Wish you a new adventure with your upcoming cohort!

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Thank you so much for everything! You are truly the best! Thank you for always cheering me on and not giving up. I hope our paths cross again!

Thank you so much for all your help! You’ve truly made this whole process so much easier for me. You’re always there when I need support, and I’m so grateful for your kindness and guidance. You're the best!

With appreciation,

Jasmine Franco

Wow! We finally finish our credential program. I’m excited for induction but I’m saddened to know you won’t be our mentor no more Mrs. Paz. However, it was a blessing to be placed in your group because you assisted me build my confidence as a special education teacher. Therefore, thank you for all dedication, support and guidance you have provided our group. You made this possible for us.

-Manuel Gaona

I honestly could have no asked for a better mentor and collaborator. These past 2 years you have shown me ways to grow in my practice and within myself. Thank you for always reaching out and making yourself available for us whenever we needed you. I honestly couldn't have done this without your guidance, kindness, and knowledge. Your positivity made Tuesday's fun and inviting. I can't wait to use all the tools you have shown me next year in 4th grade!

With gratitude,

Veronica

Thank you so much for your continued patience, understanding, and guidance over the past two years. What once felt like an insurmountable task became achievable with your support.

You have helped me grow into a more prepared and confident educator, and I’ve learned so much from you along the way. I’m truly grateful for your mentorship and encouragement.

Best,

Martha Cervantes

Sincerely,

Karen Trinh

You are an incredible mentor whose warmth and modesty truly uplift those you support. I feel so grateful for the opportunity to demonstrate my teaching practice and to receive such valuable feedback from you, feedback I was able to apply right away. Your guidance and support have made a meaningful impact on my professional growth. ¡Gracias! Thank you for being such an understanding and supportive mentor.

E. Ramirez

Thank you for your time and effort in supporting us in our journey to teachers. You have been so helpful and insightful. You have always had an answer for all my questions big and small. I enjoyed learning and growing as a teacher with you. I wish you the best in your endeavors. -Janine

You were such a bright light for us during these last 2 years. On those Tuesdays when we were exhausted, you understood and let us feel all the feelings. You gave us the time we needed to decompress, the encouragement to push through, and the reminder that we are stronger than we think. I already miss your ice breakers and will remember your warmth forever! Thank you, truly, for everything you did for us.

Your mentorship not only helped me navigate the academic challenges but also inspired me to grow both personally and professionally. Your insights, patience, and unwavering belief in my potential made a significant impact, and I am truly grateful for the time and effort you invested in my development.

I feel more confident and prepared as I take the next steps in my career, and much of that is thanks to your mentorship. Thank you for being such a positive and empowering influence.

With heartfelt appreciation,

-J.Jacobo

"I would like to thank you so much for your guidance and support throughout my learning journey. Your expertise and encouragement have meant a lot to me. I really appreciate the time and effort you've invested in me. Your mentorship has been very valuable and I'm grateful for your wisdom and experience. Thank you for believing in me and pushing me to reach my full potential. your mentorship has made a significant impact on my growth and development. I also would like to thank you for taking the time to review my work and provide constructive feedback. Your insights have helped me improve my skills and understanding. Lastly, thank you for your patience, understanding, and support. Your mentorship has made a significant difference in my life, and I'm thankful for your guidance."

Sincerely, Ms. Cecilia Dunn

Andrea

Thank you for being such an incredible mentor. Your unwavering support, patience, and generosity with your time made a meaningful difference in our journey. You consistently went above and beyond—whether it was staying available after hours or thoughtfully reminding us of upcoming meetings and deadlines. Your care and guidance gave us the clarity and encouragement we needed every step of the way.We’re truly grateful for everything you’ve done!

With heartfelt appreciation,

Kimberly Lopez

Best wishes,

Ohiane Lopez

Thank you for all your support these past two years. I am so grateful to have had you as a mentor through this journey and for the time and effort you have invested in my growth. Your reassurance in trying times made a world of a difference. Thank you for being kind, understanding, and sharing such positivity with the whole group. We appreciate you so much!

-Melea

two years, two years of being available and supportive throughout a wonderful career experience. I want to say thank you; thank you for your hard work and dedication of being a great mentor. I appreciate your words of encouragement, your check-ins, your feedback, your guidance, and our venting sessions which was a great way of seeing the bigger picture. Your insights have provided me with so much to look forward to as an educator. This is not the end of our meetings together, but the beginning of something that will blossom beautifully.

Always,

Christian Freeman

Yolanda Marquez

You were invaluable to my success in this program these past two years. Your patience, kindness, good humor and near immediate responses to my MANY questions helped to keep me sane. Like a good teacher, whenever you didn't know the answer to a question- which was rare- your response was that you would get back to me ASAP and you got back to me within the hour. Your character shows through your demeanor and I am super-grateful to have been able to rely on your help through all of this. THANK YOU!

Lynn Blair

Crystal Rodriguez

You are an amazing person and so special, giving and I am so lucky that you were my mentor!

Caring heart that uplifted me as a teacher

Resilient in challenges, always leading with grace

You believed in our growth even when we doubted

Supportive, steady, and full of wisdom

Tirelessly dedicated to inclusion and progress

Advocating for every learner’s voice and value

Lighting the way with compassion and strength

Thanks, Denise Jarrells

With appreciation,

Jocelyn Haro <3

I want to express my sincere gratitude for your guidance and for being my mentor. I could not have done it without you. Your advice and encouragement helped me accomplish all my assignments, and your mentorship impacted my growth. I am truly grateful for the lessons I've learned from our conversations.

Florence Alexander

I want to take a moment to express just how deeply grateful I am for all the support and guidance you’ve given me over these past two years. You have been an extraordinary mentor—far beyond anything I could have hoped for. From the very beginning, you stood by me with patience and kindness, always willing to offer your time and wisdom despite your busy schedule. Your belief in me helped me navigate the challenges of being a new teacher with much more confidence than I ever expected.

One of the highlights of this journey was our monthly coaching conversations. I truly looked forward to those moments because your feedback was always thoughtful, insightful, and encouraging. You didn’t just offer advice—you provided affirmation and validation for my hard work and growth, which motivated me to keep pushing forward. I’ve seen firsthand how your support has translated into academic growth for my students, and that’s something I’ll always be proud of.

Beyond that, you were a steadfast source of support during critical milestones like passing my CalTPAs and preparing for my exit interview. Your guidance made what felt like daunting tasks so much more manageable, and I honestly don’t think I could have succeeded without your help. You provided clarity, encouragement, and reassurance at every step, and for that, I am forever thankful.

Your mentorship has shaped not only how I teach but how I approach professionalism, balance, and compassionate leadership. You have taught me the importance of leading with heart, and that lesson will stay with me throughout my career. The impact you’ve made on me is profound, and I feel incredibly fortunate to have had you as my mentor.

While I will miss working with you tremendously, I carry with me all the lessons, encouragement, and confidence you’ve given me. Please know how much your unwavering support has meant—and continues to mean—to me.

With my deepest appreciation and gratitude,

Ernesto Gonzalez

Your constant positivity and encouragement never went unnoticed. You genuinely cared and offered so much support during our conversations and video reviews. Your insight and wisdom have been incredibly valuable, helping me reflect deeply on my teaching and refine my strategies throughout the year. You’ve made a significant impact in my classroom, and I’m truly grateful for you and your time. I wish you all the best. Thank you for everything. Sincerely, Marcia R.

Some people come into our lives for a purpose beyond what we can truly comprehend. You are one of those people. Your presence has been a godsend. I cannot imagine this journey without you in it. Your guidance and your belief in me helped me reach this goal. When I thought it was unattainable, your support and kindness urged me on and showed me that I was capable, worthy, and meant to be called a teacher. You are who I want to be when I grow up.

Thank you for everything Connie. Most importantly, thank you for your friendship. Your mentorship was expected, but your friendship was a gift. I am a better me for knowing you.

Forever in your debt,

Stacey Rodriguez

-Danielle

Thank you so much for all that you have done this school year! You are incredibly kind and insightful! I appreciate your patience with us and understanding how overwhelming and stressful this career is. I wish you all the best!

- Karina Ruiz

-Alyssa Martinez

-Taylor

-Alexis Mendizabal

• Timothy Na

I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for your invaluable mentorship during my time at ICAAP. Your unwavering support through my monthly videos, CalTPA 1 and 2, and my exit interview made all the difference in my journey. Your guidance not only enhanced my skills but also boosted my confidence, allowing me to grow both personally and professionally. I truly appreciate the time and effort you invested in me and the wisdom you shared. Thank you for being such an inspiring mentor and for believing in my potential. I will carry your lessons with me always.

Seabron Sawyer

Love,

Tanya

Thank you so much! I have truly appreciated your support throughout this journey. I couldn’t have done it without your guidance and shared knowledge. I’m excited for what lies ahead and will carry the lessons I've learned with me every step of the way.

Thank you again for believing in me!

-Matthew Little

I'll keep this short, because it's not a "Party Day" and we all can't wait for that day to arrive already. Thank you for everything you've done for us these past two years. There's not a lot I can say here that you haven't heard already, but thank you for all the things you've helped us.

Thank you.

-Kimberly

thank you so much again truly and really!

Dimas

I’ll really miss our laughs and conversations! they were such a bright spot in this journey and helped me survive!

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for everything you’ve done for me over these past two years. Your guidance, support, and unwavering belief in me have truly shaped the teacher I’ve become. Because of you, I feel confident, capable, and inspired to make a difference. You’ve not only mentored me, you've changed my life, and I know you’ll continue to impact countless others with your wisdom and your heart.

With endless gratitude,

Brittany

Con cariño 💐,

Lissette Gonzalez-Rivas 👩🏼‍🏫

I am eternally grateful to have had you as a mentor. You guided us through the first two years of our teaching and always strived to uplift us. You eased our concerns and helped us when we were struggling. I admire your dedication to education, not just helping the young students, but also helping the adults. I commend you for doing all this even when you had a busy schedule. I hope you get some much deserved rest this summer.

Gracias Por Todo,

Yasmin Flores

I am writing to express my heartfelt thanks for being such an inspiring example of leadership, dedication, and passion in early childhood education. Your ability to deliver motivational speeches and effectively implement the preschool curriculum has truly left a lasting impression on me.

I am especially grateful for the time, guidance, and encouragement you have generously shared. Your mentorship has helped me grow both professionally and personally, and I am better in my role because of your support and example.

Thank you once again for all that you do. You have made a meaningful difference in my journey, and I will carry the lessons I’ve learned from you with me always.

Warm Regards,

Falen Branch

Thank you for being such a great mentor since day one. It hasn’t always been easy, but you consistently showed up with support, guidance, and your time — even on the tough days.
There were moments I felt like giving up, but you always listened and gave me the space to express myself. That meant more than words can say.
I’m truly grateful to have crossed paths with someone who genuinely cares. Wishing you all the best — and I hope we stay in touch! 💙

-Denisse

Your wisdom, patience, and willingness to share your experiences have been incredibly valuable. I’ve learned so much from your example, and I feel more confident and inspired because of your belief in my potential.

Thank you for being such a generous mentor. I’m truly grateful for your time, insight, and unwavering support.

With appreciation,

L. Smith

Thank you so much for all of the support you have given me. I will forever appreciate your kindness and dedication. I am so lucky to get to call myself one of your mentees! Your future mentees don't know just how lucky they are yet!

-Bryn Cohn

With gratitude,

Sara

Lucila Luna

Truly appreciate you!

Thank you,

Yesenia Treminio

Thank you for all your support and guidance. You made coming to class so much fun and helpful.

Take care.

- Diana Martinez

Thank you for guiding me through this very challenging journey, I would not have been able to complete it without the help of a loving mentor like you!

With Love,

Claudia Martin Ambriz

More than that, I’m grateful for the friendship you offered, always reminding us that we could reach out to you whenever we needed to. Your advice has been invaluable, and I’m so thankful to have had you as my mentor. You've helped me become not just a better teacher, but a stronger, more confident professional.

Thank you for everything!

Claudia

Terra B.

Terra B.

I just wanted to take a moment to thank you for your patience and for never judging me, no matter how many headaches I may have caused—lol. More importantly, thank you for never leaving me behind. Honestly, without your guidance and support, I think I would have given up. But because of you, I made it through, and for that, I’ll always be deeply grateful.

To me, you’ll always be the GOAT. You’ve inspired me to become the kind of teacher that students can look up to—the same way I now look up to you.

Thank you for always being available and always giving us every resource you had. We got extremely lucky to have you as our mentor !

Thank you, truly, for everything.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for all the help and support you have provided throughout these past 2 years. There were many times where I was stressed beyond belief and you reminded me to take a step back and breathe. You encouraged me during some of the times I needed it the most, and you made me feel capable during the times I felt like I just could not keep going. You made me feel validated, and you provided so much great wisdom and insight when I was not sure what to do. You're also so easy going and so fun to talk to! Your positivity, guidance, care and understanding have been such a blessing and so very appreciated. I wish you all the very best that this life has to offer and I want you to know that I could npt have asked for a better mentor! Thank you for all that you do and I hope you have the best summer/retirement! You will be missed! <3

I wanted to take a moment to sincerely thank you for your support throughout this school year. I truly appreciate you taking the time to check in with me and offering valuable feedback to help me improve my practice. Your flexibility and insight have been incredibly helpful, and I am grateful for your guidance.

Thank you once again for everything. I truly appreciate you.

-Sylvia M.

Sincerely (like really sincere),

S. Muñoz

Thank you so so much for all your help and time dedicated towards this two year journey of mine. I want to express my deepest gratitude for your support, and know that without your guidance I don’t think I would’ve accomplished this dream of mine. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us and cheering us through those stressful nights. May God bless you!

Sincerely,

Arleen Avila

Thank you again for all your time and effort over the past two years.

Rosie Martinez

Pam

Thank you for your unwavering guidance , knowledge, and support. Your mentorship has made a lasting impact on my learning and growth. I'm truly grateful for all the wisdom you've shared and the inspiration you continue to provide. I'm genuinely grateful for everything you have done. Thank you Mr. Means.

Oscar Hernandez.