I arrived in the United States from Mexico ready to go. I struggled a great deal in school, repeatedly failing the required state exam; I never gave up and eventually passed. With the encouragement of my father, and my hopeful attitude, I remained positive and optimistic to learn more.

In 2004, my hard work and persistence paid off when, I earned a B.A. in English from Texas A&M University.
The first in my family to earn a college degree, I have affected many students and families by teaching them the importance of a higher education.
In fact, I invited my students and their families to witness my Master’s degree graduation ceremony at Texas A&M, where I earned my degree in Education Administration.
I pursued this to instill the idea that my students can also accomplish what I already have.

At the young age of 23, after only two years of teaching, I was awarded the Corpus Christi Independent School District (CCISD) Teacher of the Year award.
I only see the possibility of success and I make sure that my students experience this as well.
After witnessing many of my students becoming involved in drugs and gang violence, I founded King Productions, a group of teenagers who volunteer to perform hip hop at high school, in the community and for younger children.
The members of King Productions also volunteer to clean fences and walls marked by graffiti to show respect for their community.

I have mentored over 150 students, most of who were at risk of failing and dropping out of high school.
I encourage business professionals to join me in mentoring students as well.
I also travel to Mexico three times a year to provide students with school supplies and English lessons.
While in Mexico, I meet with families to discuss opportunities to improve their lives and demystify the college application process.

I have returned to Progreso, Texas to become an administrator and live my dream as an educational leader in my hometown.

I don’t see failure in my students; I see hope.

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