Title: Second Grade Teacher

Company: J.Z. Leyendecker Elementary School of Laredo Independent School District

Location: Laredo, Texas

Celebrating 35 years of elementary education, Diana Rodriguez continues as a second grade teacher for J.Z. Leyendecker Elementary School of Laredo Independent School District. As an elementary school, J.Z. Leyendecker relies on her ability to teach primary education following a regular curriculum for reading, mathematics, art, music, social studies and physical education in Laredo, Texas. Ms. Rodriguez attributes 25 years of success at J.Z. Leyendecker to the communication she has with her students and their parents.

Initially, Ms. Rodriguez became involved in her profession because of the inspiration she received from her teachers. Since then, she has earned the Laredo Educator of the Year Hall of Fame status, and was inducted into the Tiger Legend. Ms. Rodriguez received a certification in bilingual studies, and a Bachelor of Arts in elementary education from Texas A&M International University.