2025 Westside Impact Teacher of the Year

Congratulations to our 2025 Westside Impact Teacher of the Year!

Fowler Elementary School 2025 Westside Impact Teacher of the Year - Londa Gilmore: I love the pure joy that lights up the face of a student as they reach a goal that they have been working so hard to achieve. I am passionate about how best to support every child and their learning needs. However, every day, the students have so much to teach me through every interaction.
Santa Maria Middle School 2025 Westside Impact Teacher of the Year - Lory Banuelos: I love teaching because I love to watch my students grow in their understanding of ELA. Seeing how their confidence grows as they are making and achieving their academic goals has been a huge driving force for me.
Sun Canyon Elementary School 2025 Westside Impact Teacher of the Year - Shelia Lowery: What I love most about teaching is finding new and engaging ways for students to interact with the things they are learning in class.
Sunridge Elementary School 2025 Westside Impact Teacher of the Year - Cynthia De Guzman Norman: I love my teaching because it enriches my students' minds. But they also taught me a way of thinking about how to forgive someone easily.
Tuscano Elementary School 2025 Westside Impact Teacher of the Year - Donald Babiano: I love the meaningful connections I build with my students and the joy of watching their confidence grow as they discover their own potential. Every day brings a new opportunity to inspire, learn, and make a lasting impact.
Western Valley Elementary School 2025 Westside Impact Teacher of the Year - Courtney Phillips: I love seeing growth in my students and how their faces light up when they learn new concepts.
Western Valley Middle School 2025 Westside Impact Teacher of the Year - Adjei Frimpong: Teaching constantly challenges you to learn more, adapt, and grow right along with your students.
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