I, Lizelda Durazo, was born in Whittier, California.
Mayra, my older sister by 4 years, and I were raised by our
single mother, Angela Merino. I grew up in California and
finished all of my school years there.
I had no idea that life was about to repeat itself. I have
a young boy to raise on my own. Being the youngest daughter,
I found my way back to my mother for support and guidance.
This is what brought me to Tucson, Arizona.
With a son to nurture and a future to build, I found myself
being pulled toward a life of teaching. I know I can't change
everything in the world for children, but I can contribute
by being the best teacher I can be. With all my love, I dedicate
my teaching career to my son, who is my inspiration.
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My name is Susan Teso. I am a native Tucsonan attending
Northern Arizona University. As a child, I was captivated with
storytelling and would often translate stories into Spanish
for my grandmother. I love to write poetry and enjoy the process
of creative writing. I hope to write children's books in the
future.
I am looking forward to the day that I become a second-grade
teacher. I also hope to become a catechism teacher because I
feel so blessed in my life and believe having a solid, religious
foundation is the reason for it. I want to encourage children
not only in their academic learning but in their faith as well.
I have always loved being around children, and I believe that
every child is unique in everything they do. Their sweet innocence
is the true beauty in our world.
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