What a pleasant surprise to hear my name announced at the ninth-grade promotion! We, teachers, never know what influences or impacts our students so, to be recognized by someone of stature, the Associate Student Body President, is a high honor. Additionally, hearing Tagalog, my native language spoken to greet guests is incredible, as it validates our presence in America, and warmly welcomes our Filipino families and friends.
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Dulce is a teacher in San Diego, California, who is grateful to have students to share her love of language and culture. She finds joy in good coffee, a competitive tennis match, and international travel. When it comes to writing, she holds fast to Paul’s teaching in Philippians 4:8 that “whatsoever things are true, just, pure, lovely, and of good report; if there be any virtue or praise, think on these things.”