“Mrs. Sweeden always demonstrates and teaches day by day that with hard work and persistence we can get anywhere we want to go.  She has a humble, kind and loving heart that always knows how and when is the right time to interfere with her wisdom, she is one of the few teachers who sees her students individually always treating us for who we really are… She is a person who sacrifices a lot of her life to be aware of what happens in our lives and to help us grow not only as students but also as excellent human beings like her.” – An Educators Rising Student, Texas

“Mrs. Mozy has encouraged the use of students voice by constantly giving us opportunities to speak up on topics we feel strongly about, and encourages us to make change. She always reminds us that change can start with students, and that we have potential to make a difference. I was introduced to Educators Rising at the high school level in my freshman year, and Mrs. Mozy really convinced me to do it. Since then, I have been given countless opportunities to help make an impact in our school and community. She is always pushing students to their full potential, and giving everyone a chance. No matter the issue or topic, she is always encouraging us to take a stand for what we believe in. She helps us find resources and more to do our research and to get our voices heard. Without Mrs. Mozy, our school, students, and myself, would not have the same opportunities to make the changes that we do.” – An Educators Rising Student, Alaska

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“Ms. Meers gets us excited and ready to go out into the field of teaching.” – An Educators Rising Student, Missouri

“Mrs. Bowen always listens to us. We are always sharing in that class, and she makes time for SEL and fun. She knows that as a teacher, she teaches more than content. Academy EDU is definitely the class I feel most comfortable in, and I’m going to miss it so much next year after I graduate this spring!” – An Educators Rising Student, Ohio

“Ms. Hernandez helps students who are scared to do what they have always dreamed to do, succeed in their dream careers. She is also encouraging and guides students who feel like they have no voice or place in their desired work place.” – An Educators Rising Student, Texas