Follow Your Hart Scholarship Fund

I am deeply honored to have been recognized with the RISE Award in Camden, New Jersey, an achievement that reflects my commitment to fostering growth, perseverance, and excellence in my students. Receiving this award has inspired me to give back in a meaningful and lasting way. As a teacher, my first class holds a special place in my heart. These students were not only my introduction to the profession but also a source of inspiration as I developed my craft. Now, as they prepare to graduate from 8th grade and take the next important step in their academic journeys, I wanted to create an opportunity to support them beyond the classroom. In recognition of their hard work and potential, I have established a scholarship dedicated specifically to my first graduating class. This scholarship is designed to provide financial assistance and encouragement as they begin their transition into high school and, ultimately, their pursuit of higher education. My hope is that this contribution will serve as both a practical resource and a reminder that they are capable of achieving great success. All proceeds from this fund will go towards the Follow Your Hart Scholarship, through which I aim to celebrate their accomplishments, invest in their future, and reinforce the belief that their dreams are within reach.