Editor’s Note: February 27 through March 3 is Texas Public Schools Week, and we are celebrating by sharing personal stories throughout HISD on how public education is helping students succeed. Tweet at us @HoustonISD and share how public education is positive force for you or your student, using the hashtag #PowerofPublic.
Ty-Rinetta Sanders-Washington knew she wanted to enter a profession where she could help people.
“I looked at going into physical therapy, being a motivational speaker … I just wanted to impact lives,” Ty-Rinetta said.
Then a counselor at Booker T. Washington High told her about Teach Forward Houston, an innovative fellowship program that is training the next generation of HISD teachers.