“Ms. Barron helped me find a lifetime passion for sketching, graphic design, and much more. She often challenged me in ways I never thought possible, from techniques like stippling to painting specific subjects. I eventually became a part of the Art Club, and I continuously worked on projects in her class. Ms. Barron brought out a new spark in my life and opened my eyes to many future possibilities in the art field.

— Natasha Surachutikarn, Former Student | Notre Dame High School

“Yessenia has a way of connecting with her students and building a rapport that helped the students get the most out of her classroom learning experience. I know that students felt respected, cared for, and safe in her class, which helped them with their creativity, self-esteem, and overall academics. Despite being a fun class that students enjoyed, she also ensured that students would learn, be held accountable, and have a fulfilling and challenging level of education in her class. The students respected her in return, and she maintained good classroom management while always keeping a calm demeanor.”

— Yolanda Rodriguez, Social Science Teacher & Department Chair | Notre Dame High School

“Yessenia is a committed, compassionate, and talented teacher at our school. Notre Dame is a small school, and many of my students are also students in her classes. I regularly see the work they do and hear them talk about their assignments, and for students with an interest in art, she is a beacon of inspiration. Yessenia also provides students with ways to use their art skills outside of the school at gallery showings and even at community service events.”

— Andrew Culver, English Teacher & Department Chair | Notre Dame High School

“Ms. Barron has created significant contributions to our school with new courses and student art exhibitions to display student achievements to our community. She always comes with new ideas and is always innovative with her tasks. She is a great employee and I know she is destined to achieve more.”

— RaeAnna Ashton, Former Principal | Notre Dame High School