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Thania Robles is a dedicated teacher at JCECHS. She completed her education at UTPA, Lamar University and UTRGV, and Robles is known for her commitment to her students.
Before stepping into the classroom as an educator, Robles pursued her academic goals with vigor.
“I got my bachelor’s at UTPA, my M.E.D (masters of education) at Lamar University, and later on got my masters at UTRGV,” Robles said.
Robles was driven to education by wanting to effect change in her community.
“I saw a need for better educators and education in the RGV, and I wanted to be a part of it,” she said.
Her passion for teaching stems from a lifelong ambition to advance educational standards and positively impact her community.
“Yes, because I wanted to help grow the field of education and help my community,” Robles said.
Despite the rewards, Robles acknowledges the profession’s challenges, particularly in engaging students.
“The apathy from students and to get them to care for their education,” she said, highlighting the motivational hurdles she faces.
Reflecting on her career, Robles has occasionally pondered other professional avenues but remains satisfied with her decision to pursue teaching.
“Sometimes I would think maybe I would be better in a different field, but no, I don’t regret coming into teaching,” she said.
