Congratulations to Jenora Haynes, Business Entrepreneurship Teacher at Westbury High School in Houston, TX!
Click here to view her inspiring LifeChanger profile.
As a teacher at a Title 1 school, Ms. Haynes addresses barriers that go far beyond academics. She brings in moments of encouragement, humor, and reflection to keep her classroom environment uplifting and supportive. Whether it’s starting the day with an inspiring quote, sharing real-world success stories, or simply checking in on how students are feeling, she strives to make her classroom a space where students feel motivated to show up as their best selves. She creates an inclusive atmosphere where mistakes are seen as opportunities to learn rather than setbacks.
At Westbury High School, she introduced a DECA (Distributive Education Clubs of America) chapter to prepare students for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality, and management. She introduces students to college programs, legal and business pathways, internships, mentors, and competitions, which often change the trajectory of their lives for the better.
We and National Life Group are proud to have Ms. Haynes as this year’s Grand Prize Winner and are giving her $20,000 to be shared between a $10,000 individual award and a $10,000 donation to her school, plus a trip to the Dominican Republic in March.
Meet Jenora and all of our 2025-26 winners!
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