Jessica Votipka

A second-grade teacher at Sunnyside's Los Niños Elementary School has been nominated for a national award that recognizes and rewards K-12 educators and employees across the United States.

Monica Ayon and other nominees for National Life Group's 2024-25 LifeChanger of the Year award are educators who make a difference in the lives of students by exemplifying excellence, positive influence and leadership.

Because of Ayon's nomination, she and the school are in the running to share a cash award of up to $10,000.

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