Mrs. Wallace

Maritza Wallace was born and raised in Miami, Florida. She graduated from Saint Brendan High School in 2016 before attending Miami Dade College, where she earned her Associate's degree in English in 2018. She then pursued her Bachelor's degree in English Literature at Florida International University, graduating in 2020. Currently, Mrs. Wallace is furthering her education at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, working towards a Master's in Curriculum and Instruction with a Specialization in English, and is set to graduate in June 2025.

Mrs. Wallace began her career in education in 2021 as an elementary instructional discretionary paraprofessional. Her passion for teaching soon led her to transition in 2022 to teaching English for grades 6-12 in an alternative school setting. She has now found her niche as a STEM Academy English teacher at LEE High School, where she continues to inspire and educate her students.

Beyond the classroom, Mrs. Wallace has a wide range of interests, which include reading, writing, binge-watching TV shows, yoga, and practicing archery. Her compassion extends to her love for domestic pets, and she eagerly seeks out opportunities to help furry friends in need.