Joy James Teacher of the Month for March 2010

          Ana Maria Tocasuchyl

    My name is ana Maria Tocasuchyl and I teach 4th grade Bilingual at Joy James
Elementary. I am originally from Bogota, Colombia and moved to the United States
in 2001. Being Hispanic has not only influenced my life tremendously but has given
me a great amount of drive to reach my goals. As a child my dream was to move to
America and make a life in this amazing country. Deciding to move has been the
hardest yet most rewarding choice in my life.
    Graduating from college and working for an insurance company brought me to
the realization that my calling was working with people and most importantly
children. Following this dream to become a teacher opened the door to move to
Texas. Soon after receiving my teaching certification another door opened at
Castleberry ISD. Working at this district has shown me how blessed I am to be
a part of a wonderful community of parents and teachers. Joy James Elementary
has not only made me realize how fulfilling it is to choose a career that one is
passionate about, but has also given me the opportunity to meet wonderful
people that are now a part of my life.