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Yurixi Rojas, an English and ESL teacher at Sam Houston Math, Science, and Technology Center High School, has been recognized as this week's Star Educator by the Houston Independent School District (HISD). Rojas is noted for her commitment to the New Education System (NES) instructional model.
The NES model integrates teacher apprentices familiar with both students and lessons, ensuring continuity in education even when a primary teacher is absent. Rojas highlights the advantages of having a teacher apprentice in her classroom daily.
Last year, Rojas was honored as Sam Houston MSTC's 2022-2023 ESL Teacher of the Year. Reflecting on her school days, she said: "What I enjoyed most was being in a class with a teacher who taught us new things, made learning interesting, and created a space where I felt comfortable being myself."
Rojas cherishes end-of-year graduations and prom as her favorite memories with HISD. Her goal for this school year is to help students become independent learners. As for the holidays, she enjoys "spending quality time with my loved ones."