Ileana Natal is a Paraeducator who has worked for the Springfield Public Schools since November 5, 2009.  She was nominated by the Building Representative at Rebecca Johnson, Yvette Cornist Long.

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“There are not even enough words to describe who she is, Natal would take her shirt off her back to make sure that some else had. The love that she has for her students is remarkable and never changes, she attends to all their needs, physically, emotionally and at times financially and she never looks for anything in return. She is humble, trustworthy, reliable and a great team player. She will go to the end of the road to make sure that her students have everything they need and are treated fairly. Every building needs a Natal in their space. I call her my BFF!!! “– Shantea Lopez, Paraeducator

“I’ve had the privilege of working with Ileana for over 10 years, and her dedication to our students is truly inspiring. She has such a natural gift for connecting with young children and creating a warm, nurturing environment for them to grow and learn. Her positivity and commitment make her a joy to work with, and she’s such an important part of our school. Ileana absolutely deserves this recognition.” - Molly Anderson, Paraeducator

Congratulations Ileana and thank you for Making A Difference.