Fifth-grade teacher Vannessa Fowler (center) celebrates with her enthusiastic students in their Táawila Elementary classroom. Ms. Fowler will use her statewide CalRTA Teacher Grant to expand the classroom library with diverse books, ensuring every student feels represented and inspired. Valley News/Courtesy photo
MENIFEE - Menifee Union School District (MUSD) is proud to announce that fifth-grade teacher Vannessa Fowler from Táawila Elementary School has been selected as a statewide winner of the highly competitive California Retired Teachers Association (CalRTA) $100 Teacher Grant. Ms. Fowler was one of a select few chosen from over 6,000 applicants across the state, highlighting her profound commitment to enriching the educational experience for her students.Ms. Fowler's award recognizes her passion for creating an inclusive and representative classroom environment. She plans to use the grant funds to significantly expand her classroom library with books that feature diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives. "I’m passionate about creating a classroom where every student feels seen,
