Tedlyn Espino
2025-26 Teacher of the Year: D.A. Harrison Elementary
Question-Answer Session
Tedlyn EspinoHow Long Have You Been Part of the PGCPS Family?
3 years (10 years in the Philippines).
3 years (10 years in the Philippines).
Please Share Your Thoughts on Being Named Teacher of the Year & What This Recognition Means to You.
This recognition humbled me as a Cultural Exchange Teacher, and I am deeply honored and grateful to be part of the Harrison and PGCPS Family. It means so much to me that my colleagues see me as an inspiration, and I truly value their support and trust. Being named Teacher of the Year affirms my passion for teaching and strengthens my commitment to serving our students and school with kindness and dedication.
This recognition humbled me as a Cultural Exchange Teacher, and I am deeply honored and grateful to be part of the Harrison and PGCPS Family. It means so much to me that my colleagues see me as an inspiration, and I truly value their support and trust. Being named Teacher of the Year affirms my passion for teaching and strengthens my commitment to serving our students and school with kindness and dedication.
What Inspired You to Enter the World of Teaching and Education?
I was inspired to become a teacher by the Filipino community I grew up in, which believes that education is a powerful equalizer and a pathway to success for all, regardless of life’s circumstances. Guided by this belief and my family’s sacrifices to send me to school, I am driven to give every student the same hope, opportunity, and love for learning.
I was inspired to become a teacher by the Filipino community I grew up in, which believes that education is a powerful equalizer and a pathway to success for all, regardless of life’s circumstances. Guided by this belief and my family’s sacrifices to send me to school, I am driven to give every student the same hope, opportunity, and love for learning.
Do You Have A Special Memory or Moment from This School Year You Would Like to Share?
One of my most cherished moments from the 2025–26 school year was sending my son and daughter to school in America for the very first time after being apart for 2 years. Watching them begin this new journey filled my heart with gratitude, pride, and hope for the opportunities education can bring.
Finally, What Do You Consider the Most Important Lesson You Help Students Learn?
The most important lesson I help students learn is respect for one another’s cultures and an understanding of the value of global connections beyond their immediate environment. By linking classroom instruction with community involvement and meaningful cultural experiences, I empower students to apply their academic skills in authentic, real-world contexts. These experiences leave a lasting impression, shaping students who are not only academically prepared but also culturally responsive and socially engaged.
The most important lesson I help students learn is respect for one another’s cultures and an understanding of the value of global connections beyond their immediate environment. By linking classroom instruction with community involvement and meaningful cultural experiences, I empower students to apply their academic skills in authentic, real-world contexts. These experiences leave a lasting impression, shaping students who are not only academically prepared but also culturally responsive and socially engaged.