"It is important to have differences in the classroom, so students can respect, learn, and adapt to things around them."

Hometown

Makawao, Maui

Department

Special Education

Related Degrees

• BEd in Special Education

Why did you choose to become a teacher, in general?

I want to become a teacher because I want to make a difference in the lives of children with disabilities and to those without. I want to help them thrive and be successful in education and life.

Why did you choose to become licensed in special education?

Growing up I did have trouble learning while I was in school, but I had many teachers help me to get where I am today. So, I choose to become licensed in special education because I want to be that teacher to help children with disabilities or learning problems push through the challenges and become the best they can be.