LifeChanger of the Year Nominee Profile

Jessica Voss was nominated anonymously.

In Ms. Voss' classroom, every victory is celebrated, and every challenge is met with support and encouragement. She makes it a priority to ensure her students hear daily how much she values them and believes in their intelligence and potential. Her students are consistently reminded that they are capable, important, and deeply respected.

Ms. Voss places a strong emphasis on teaching self-advocacy skills, empowering her students to use their preferred forms of communication to express their needs and advocate for themselves. She creates an environment where all students are treated as capable individuals with meaningful contributions to offer, both in the classroom and beyond. By fostering respect, promoting independence, and recognizing each student’s strengths, Ms. Voss maintains a positive and uplifting classroom culture where students feel empowered, supported, and proud of who they are.