LifeChanger of the Year Nominee Profile

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Cecilia Rodriguez

Position: Fourth Grade Teacher
School: Sky Harbour Elementary School
School District: Southwest Independent School District
City, State: San Antonio, TX

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Cecilia Rodriguez was nominated by an anonymous member of the community.

"Every year, Cecilia always makes a connection with her students so they know they are loved and can achieve anything," explains her nominator. "She embraces every difference her students have and turns their struggles into strengths. She connects with her kids and creates lifelong bonds that have them coming back to show how much they’ve grown since they left her classroom. Cecilia can turn the toughest kid into the most loving and generous one."

Comments (52)

Frances Barcenez, Asst. Sup of AHR Posted over a year ago

Cecilia, with our deepest appreciation and respect Southwest ISD is proud of your accomplishment and this award. We are thrilled and excited to have award winning teachers positively impact the children in our care. Thank you for being your best self and inspiring students to be their very best. Your connection to children will allow them to grow into the leaders of tomorrow. You are the epitome of a Life Changer!

Lety Shadoan Posted over a year ago

Congratulations!! You do an amazing job supporting our students and being a mentor to your fellow teachers!

Eneida Guzman Posted over a year ago

Ms. Rodriguez has always gone above and beyond for every student that walks into her classroom, whether they were her students or not. I've had the privilege of working with her and witnessing the great impact she has on all of her students. Cecilia has always taken her time to get to personally know every single one of her students, helps them meet and go beyond their goals, and ensures that no child is ever left behind and unnoticed. Every student leaves her classroom knowing that they are cared for and loved by her. If anyone is worthy of the LifeChanger Award it is most definitely Cecilia Rodriguez.

Lilia Montes Posted over a year ago

Congratulations, thank you for supporting students!

Raul Rodriguez Posted over a year ago

My sister works so hard day in and day out thinking about her students and how to help them. She goes the extra mile to be a excellent teacher not only for her students but to her children as well. We have long conversations about her passion for the classroom and it warms my heart to see the same energy in her as I saw in my favorite teachers growing up. She is a hard worker, passionate teacher, and loving sister. It doesn’t surprise me that she is being recognized for her dedication as an educator, but it makes me so proud to have a sister continue to be a strong presence in our community and our elementary school where we both attended as children. Congratulations!

Bryanna Zamarron Posted over a year ago

ms. Rodriguez is an amazing teacher! Congrats ?? GO SWISD!!

Julia Lara Posted over a year ago

Excellent job Cecilia !!!

Roland Cornejo Posted over a year ago

Congratulations Cecilia. Great job!!! Roland

Leia Edmonds Posted over a year ago

Congrats and way to go! So happy to have you here with us in SWISD.

Leilah Izeppi Posted over a year ago

You are the best teacher I've had because learning is fun . You care about us.

Ellen Herrick Posted over a year ago

I worked with Ms. Rodriquez 4 years ago. I was the inclusion teacher that went into her classroom. She worked so well with the special education students. She really does make each student feel loved and cared for. Way to go Cecilia. I am so proud of you. Love, Mrs. Herrick

Alejandra Telles Posted over a year ago

You are amazing!

Jesse Garcia Posted over a year ago

Ms. Rodriguez thank you for being a shining example of the great folks in our SWISD community. We are very proud of this accomplishment and thank you for all of the hard work that you do here always. Good Luck!

amparo Vasquez Posted over a year ago

mrs.Rodriguez was a nice person and i loved her even tho i wasn't in her class i can tell she was nice and she's so fun

Isla Posted over a year ago

Well Ms.Rodriguez os the best she's so kind and helps with your mistakes

Veronica Casiano Posted over a year ago

Ceclia Rodriguez has been my colleague now for several years. In the time I have known her, I have seen great success come out of her classroom. She is so devoted to her students and parents as well. Her personality is outgoing and uplifting to everyone around her. She is a great teacher, employee, colleague and friend! She gives 100% of herself which is quite difficult at this time in the teaching profession. But she has come out like a champ! Please consider Mrs. Rodriguez for this award as I can think of no one more deserving.

Stephanie Ruiz Posted over a year ago

ms. Rodriguez is the best teacher she has a notebook with me I my teacher a couple years ago I did not learn but now I no everything I love ms she is the best teacher ever I cant explain how mush I love her.

Cameron M. Posted over a year ago

Ms.Rodriguez is as sweet as candy and as nice as that feeling on Saturday. I am glad to be in Ms.Rodriguez's class. She stop's fights and starts peace. She is as calm as a rose and as beautiful as a sun set. I’m blessed to have her teach me. I love Ms.Rodriguez.

camilla Posted over a year ago

I think ms. Rodriguez should get the award because she always puts us before herself she is a wonderful person she helps us emotionally she s the best teacher in the world

Amare hill Posted over a year ago

Your the best teacher ever you always make things fun we all love you as teacher even when some of us are down you always pick us up.

Tatyanna Martinez Posted over a year ago

MS. Rourigus is the best she helps when needed . I love her.

arynn Posted over a year ago

My teacher is very nice she helped me get better at math and reading I love miss so much

Santiago Garcia Posted over a year ago

She is a very good teacher she teaches in a way we can all understand.She helps us all with all we need help with.She always makes sure that we understand if we don't understand something she helps us in a group.She also helps us when we are sad mad ect.But anyways she is the best teacher ever.

Claudia Olvera Posted over a year ago

Miss,Rodriguez should win because she supports us when we need it.

Juliette Posted over a year ago

Cecilia Rodriguez you will get the award because you're the best teacher and you teach us a lot

camilla Posted over a year ago

Mrs. Rodriguez is the best teacher I ever had she is nice considerate nice she is always giving us stuff

Anthony Cortez Posted over a year ago

miss help's us when we have are sad moment's and is the best teacher.

Lilia Carrillo Posted over a year ago

Ms. Rodriguez is truly an outstanding, loving and caring teacher. She puts her students before herself, and teaches them with the rigor that is needed to excel in school. She turns students into achievers and bonds with them. There is so much growth happening in her classroom year after year. She is truly a blessing for all students, teachers, and our campus. Thank you Ms. Rodriguez for you hard work, dedication, and for being part of our campus!

A. Angulo Posted over a year ago

Ms. Rodriguez exemplifies building trusting relationships with her students. Having grown up in the neighborhood where we work, she truly understands the community from which her students come from. This allows Ms. Rodriguez to relate to her students which allows them to love her to no end. Her passion for teaching is evitable in everything she does. She truly makes a grand impact and changes lives for the students on our campus.

Rose Norton Posted over a year ago

Ms. Rodriguez is certainly deserving of this award. She makes it a point to bring out the very best in her students every single day. They know through her love daily that they can achieve anything. She not only has love of her students who are currently sitting in her classroom, but even those who have already left her. She always wants to make sure that they know she will continue to be their cheerleader for years to come. A student does not have to have been on her for Ms. Rodriguez to make a student feel special. If they walk the halls of Sky Harbour, they feel her love radiating off of her for them. Cecilia does not see "tough kids" or a "hard class," she see's students. She sees the potential in all of her students and only wants them to chase whatever dream they have in their heart. I'm very fortunate to work with Cecilia and to have the opportunity to see her grow into the teacher she is today and will become in the future. Congratulations Ms. Rodriguez, you have made Sky Harbour, our community and myself proud!

Valerie Ruiz Posted over a year ago

Ms. Rodriguez is the sweetest teacher. She is compassionate and thoughtful. When my daughter was struggling emotionally she went above and beyond to make her feel comfortable. There are not many teachers like that. Not only does she have amazing relationships with her students she is also excellent at teaching academics. My daughter has grown so much in her class. I will forever be thankful for Ms. Rodriguez.

Lucero Castro Posted over a year ago

As a parent we want to see our kids embrace knowledge and to be the best they can be. Mrs. Rodriguez truly does the same with our son! Even though these rough times she has done an amazing job! Thank you Mrs Rodriguez.

Sofia Simons Posted over a year ago

Ms. Rodriguez is a very dedicated person. Although we have not had the opportunity to work at the same grade level, the energy and enthusiasm with which she works on a daily basis does not go unnoticed.

L. Aleman Posted over a year ago

Mrs. Rodriguez is a caring, dedicated and passionate teacher. She advocates for her students and works with them to teach them skillsets that will benefit them academically and beyond.

Marissa Posted over a year ago

It is a privilege to work alongside Ms. Rodriguez. She’s always willing to learn and do what is best for her students. She’s an amazing educator all around, but her strength has always been building relationships with each of her students. She finds a way to connect with them, and you see those relationships lasting beyond their school year with her.

R. Raffaniello Posted over a year ago

I have been saying this for many years. She is truly an amazing teacher and wonderful person. I am glad that she has finally gotten the recognition that she truly deserves.

Coach Rodriguez Posted over a year ago

Ms. Rodriguez is a strong advocate for her students. She wants to see all of her students achieve their full potential and the sky is the limit in her efforts to help her students be successful. She builds relationships with her students and makes each child feel worthy, valued and loved.

Irene Gates Posted over a year ago

I am so proud of the teacher my sister is.. the compassion and care she has for ALL her students is unmeasurable. I love when people in the community tell me how much the kids and parents love her commitment to teaching. Even thru this pandemic, she continued to make sure all her students continue to thrive and showed them incredible support. She is amazing in all she does. She truly embodies what it is to be a teacher and the impact they make in everyone’s lives.

Elva Calderon Posted over a year ago

If anyone is a live changer that is Ms. Rodrigues. Her huge and inviting smile changes your day. It makes you feel like you're the most important person to her. She is such an outgoing person and never fails to greet you, whether it's verbally or with her smile. What she does in her classroom is amazing. I know she truly cares for students. She truly deserves this recognition.

Lesley Cardenas Posted over a year ago

In just these short couple of years that I’ve gotten to know Ms.Rodriguez, I’ve gotten to witness so much! Her connection with the students is admirable. She’s passionate, kind, funny and intentional with any student who comes her way. When in her classroom, not only is the student learning the material but also learning how to be a better version of themselves and it’s so important when a child understands their potential and worth. Ms. Rodriguez does exactly that. I can’t think of a better person for this award!

G. Talbert Posted over a year ago

When I see Ms. Rodriguez, I always see her engaged with her students. I love walking by her room and seeing her classroom because she always has great ideas and set up in her class. I have seen her teach the students, talk with the students, laugh with the students, and just be a fun, and great teacher.

Teresa Delgado Posted over a year ago

Ms. Rodriguez is an exceptional educator. she is very passionate in what she does and is committed to seeing each one of her students succeed in her classroom.Ms Rodriguez is patient, caring and kind and because of that she has created an optimal Learning environment for her students.

Brenda Trejo Posted over a year ago

Ms. Rodriguez is an educator who is truly devoted to her profession. She values building relationships with her students and knows that by doing so her students will achieve great things academically and personally. She always makes learning fun! She is an individual who goes above and beyond for her students. She understands their needs and makes sure she attends to those needs in every way possible. I had the privilege of working alongside her for 4 years and see her blossom into an amazing educator is something to be proud of. Cecilia is definitely a life changer!

Brenda Alondra Duarte Posted over a year ago

My best teacher in fourth grade and my brother teacher she is so fun and cares so much of about her students and is one of my favorite teachers I’ve had. she is so thoughtful and wonderful to my school

Brandon Duarte Posted over a year ago

Ms Rodriguez was the best teacher I have ever had in sky harbor elementary. She was one of my favorite teachers in elementary I am so glad to have been her student.

Clara Guerrero Posted over a year ago

Ms. Rodriguez She is my daughter teacher and She was my sons teacher also my son just love her class and know my Daughter is in her class. She is very dedicated to her teaching career it and I know she’s an amazing person inside and out I’m very thankful for having her teach my two kids they have learned a lot I’m very thankful and I appreciate all her hard work Ms Rodriguez you do a wonderful and awesome job may God bless you always

Denise Bittel Posted over a year ago

Ms. Rodriguez goes above and beyond to make sure she meets each of her students needs. She does not only get to know them academically but takes the time to get to know them personally. Ms. Rodriguez knows the importance of learning each child’s interest to be able to provide them with quality learning opportunities. I hope she knows that all her sacrifices do not go unnoticed.

Clara Guerrero Posted over a year ago

Ms. Rodriguez She is my daughter teacher and She was my sons teacher also my son just love her class and know my Daughter is in her class. She is very dedicated to her teaching career it and I know she’s an amazing person inside and out I’m very thankful for having her teach my two kids they have learned a lot I’m very thankful and I appreciate all her hard work Ms Rodriguez you do a wonderful and awesome job may God bless you always

Elisia Acuña Posted over a year ago

Ms. Rodriguez goes above and beyond with her students! Each of the kiddos in her class knows that they’re loved and valued. Students leave her class gaining knowledge, but more importantly a strong sense of self worth and value. She builds her students up, gives them a voice, and celebrates what makes each of them special and unique in their own way. I’m blessed to have her teach my son, and I’m proud to work alongside her. Ms. Rodriguez believes in what she does and she believes in each and every one of the students in her class. She is definitely a life changer!

Elizabeth Telles Posted over a year ago

Mrs. Rodriguez is such a caring and loving teacher to her students. She is very involved with my daughter’s education and is consistently motivating her to do better and praising her when she sees improvement. She invests time into her students but her approach seems to be very successful.

Janis Afonso Posted over a year ago

Mrs. Rodriguez has been my grandson's teacher from the beginning of the school term. Some problems she's had with him, she's let me know immediately. We've worked together to keep him on task. And I've asked her not to let him get out of control and always stay ahead of him. It takes a special teacher who can understand each child is different, coming from different backgrounds of life. And this teacher takes top prize in my book. I've seen a positive attitude, a willingness to the best in my grandson. I for one know it wasn't easy. But what counts is Mrs. RODRIGUEZ stayed with him and didn't give up. His grades are good, his attitude is good, he looks at learning different. It's been great. She is the best 4th grade teacher Sky Harbor Elementary has.

Ruby Posted over a year ago

Cecilia is my granddaughters teacher, and she was my grandsons teacher. She truly loves her students and connects with the family. She is the definition of a teacher. We love Cecilia.