High school is arguably one of the hardest transitions in a yound person's life but Mrs. Valles quickly let it be known that the library was a safe space to come to whether I needed help with homework after school or a quick laugh in between classes. Above all, Mrs. Valles walked beside me as I grew as a person and created lasting friendships in places I never expected. And therefore I can honestly say that Mrs. Valles truly does live out the phrase selfless love to everyone she meets. Mrs. Valles affirms, uplifts, and inspires her students to reach their full potential and achieve goals that seemed unimaginable.

If you're looking for someone who truly cares about each student's success, Mrs. Valles is the perfect candidate. I've known Mrs Valles for over four years and she demonstrates necessary skills to be a great teacher, mentor, and a friend. Mrs Valles excels in patience, compassion, intelligence, creativity, and love. She makes the library a welcoming environment for learning and a safe space to talk about life and ask for her advice. She has greatly impacted my life for the better.