LifeChanger of the Year Profile | National Life Group

Yusra Said

Position: English Teacher
School: Dream Academy
School District: U-46
City, State: Elgin, IL

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Yusra Said was nominated anonymously.

"My English teacher has been an incredible source of support throughout my academic journey, especially during the times when I struggled the most. When I was ready to give up and drop out, she was the one who saw potential in me when I couldn’t see it in myself. She listened, encouraged me, and offered guidance, always pushing me to keep going. Her belief in my abilities reignited my determination, and she helped me develop the skills and confidence I needed to succeed. Not only did she support me through my toughest moments, but she also motivated me to set higher goals for myself. With her guidance, I was able to push through the challenges and ultimately graduate early, something I once thought was impossible. I will always be grateful for her unwavering belief in me and the positive impact she had on my life," said the nominator.

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Amber Peters Posted over a year ago

Mrs. Said doesn’t just make an impact in her classrooms, but also in the community around her. She is always looking for gaps and how she can help fill them. What a treasure she is!!

Yasmine Jubeh Posted over a year ago

Ms. Said is a phenomenal teacher. She taught me over 16 years ago. I loved going to her class, you can tell that she loved her job. She was very nurturing, encouraging and fun. I learned so much from her. She made school very fun for her students and always guided us towards the right path. I wish her the absolute best in her career.

Suzanne Johnson Posted over a year ago

Yusra is beyond deserving of this award. While this student wrote the nomination, most of her students would share similar statements about her positive impact on their lives personally and academically.

Lina Ayesh Posted over a year ago

Ms. Said has always been an inspiration at my school as well. She always encouraged her staff to do more and be more. She was easy to talk to, and was always there and present for guidance. When she was in an admin role, she spoke to us and not down at us. She was always open to new suggestions and pushed us to reach our potential, even when we weren’t sure what it was…she did.

Mary Mangione Posted over a year ago

Ms. Said works tirelessly to support our students at DREAM Academy. With her strong ability to build relationships with students and staff, she is able to make a big impact on student achievement. She holds high expectations and continues to be a champion in alternative education!