Learner Spotlight – Emily Valenzuela

What is something that people would be surprised to know about you?

• Emily transitioned into foster care after living with her mother.

What is something that you are passionate about?

• Emily is passionate about her daughter and their future.

Tell me the best part about being a teen mother.

• Emily enjoys that her daughter picks up on her mood during times of sadness.

How has Empower Generations supported you as a parent and a learner?

• Parenthood: EG supports us with allowing us to bring our babies to school and watching them as we do our work.
• Student: Emily feels supported because we create realistic goals for our learners.