Joy Lawson Davis - Teachers Make a Difference

The speaker reflects on three influential women in her life: Mrs. Thomas, her second-grade teacher, who set high expectations and made students feel special; her mother, who instilled a love for reading and supported her throughout life; and Joyce Van Tassel-Baska, a mentor during her graduate studies, who encouraged her to pursue gifted education and provided critical feedback. These women played pivotal roles in shaping her personal and professional growth.

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