📷📷 Why I need your vote! 📷📷

 Friends, family, and fellow dreamers—I’ve been nominated for America’s Favorite Teacher, and I’m asking for your support!

This journey has been anything but easy, but it’s been mine—and I’m proud of it. Growing up, school was my safe place. I worked hard, and after many twists and turns that including starting college, dropping out, and coming back stronger, I earned not one, not two, but THREE degrees and am now a couple weeks away from completing my Master’s in Educational Leadership.

I now teach at a middle school where many of my students face similar struggles. Many of our students come from hardworking families who face significant challenges, and yet they show up each day with strength, determination, and even though the sometimes hide it well, a desire to learn. Every day, they show up with potential and curiosity and I show up for them, ready to pour everything I have into helping them succeed.

One of the prizes for winning America’s Favorite Teacher is a BILL NYE ASSEMBLY—yes, the Bill Nye! This would be a dream come true for our students (and staff). Many of them have never had the opportunity to experience something so exciting and inspiring in the world of science. It could be a spark that changes their path forever.

This year has brought personal challenges, too. My husband, who has dedicated 17 years to his current employer, has recently realized that, due to unforeseen challenges within the organization, his position may be impacted in the near future... While he’s working toward his degree and looking for a new opportunity, the $25,000 prize would help us bridge the gap and keep our family stable through the stor.

We’ve been using this year to focus on our health, both mentally and physically, and I’ve never felt more determined to grow, but not just for me, but for everyone I serve. I believe in lifting others up. I believe in second chances, hard work, and the power of education to change lives.

If my journey has ever inspired you, if I’ve ever supported you or your child, or if you simply believe in the power of good teachers to make a difference—please vote for me and share this with your friends.

https://americasfavteacher.org/2025/brandi-jo-lyston   

Thank you for being part of my village. Let’s make something incredible happen together. #AmericasFavoriteTeacher #VoteBrandi #ForTheKids #BillNyeOrBust