Q: How did your family and culture influence who you are today? One thing I will always remember from my childhood was watching my mother pack a bag with clothes when leaving for work. When asked she explained that she was taking them to a homeless woman she talked to everyone morning in the train station. The … Read more
Q: How did your family and culture influence who you are today? Growing up, my parents instilled the importance of education to me and my four siblings. We were taught to work hard and to try to learn as much as we could. My family encouraged me to study engineering and I have a Bachelor’s … Read more
Q: How has your family and cultural background shaped the person you want to become? Growing up with parents who immigrated from China, I was deeply influenced by their perspectives on value and perseverance. In China, resourcefulness and frugality are often necessary virtues due to economic constraints. Observing my parents’ (especially my dad) careful management of … Read more
Q: How did your family and culture influence who you are today? Education and putting one’s best into their work were fundamentals of my upbringing. I was surrounded by strong independent Filipina women, and Ionian women, all telling me to do my best, to get an education, and work hard-and eat well along the way. … Read more
Q: How has your family and cultural background shaped the person you want to become? From a young age I’ve always driven myself to be the best, get the best grades, be a leader in the classroom, and treat others with respect. My family supports my drive to learn new skills, In addition to getting my career started, as … Read more
Q: How has your family and cultural background shaped the person you are today? My family and cultural background have played a crucial role in shaping my values and principles. Growing up, I was instilled with a strong work ethic and a deep appreciation for education. My family’s emphasis on financial responsibility and the value … Read more
Q: How did your family and culture influence who you are today? I came to America as many of my students did – not speaking a word of English. And, like many of my students, my entire family of five bunked with my grandmother in a one-bedroom apartment. My dad had served in the military … Read more
Q: What makes ACEE significant in your perspective? Education and inspiring the next generation of learners is a responsibility we all share and the resources that ACEE provides in pursuit of this goal is truly mind boggling. Listening to stories of the brand new teacher who stayed in the profession because of the support provided … Read more
Q: How has your family and cultural background shaped the person you want to become? My family is a big part of who I am. I am blessed to have such amazing people around me. Growing up with a single mom who worked part-time and my father encouraging me to know and learn my culture, … Read more
Q: How has your family and cultural background shaped the person you are today? As an African American, my cultural heritage is a tapestry: woven with threads of education, resilience, and creativity. My family has shaped who I am today, by being a role model and teaching me the importance of walking in my own … Read more
