Edinburg CISD teacher nominated for national LifeChanger of the Year award
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Edinburg, TX – A fifth-grade reading teacher at Norma Linda Trevino Elementary School has been nominated for a national award recognizing educators who make a lasting impact on students’ lives.
Jyssania González-Zamora, a teacher with the Edinburg Consolidated Independent School District, was nominated for National Life Group’s 2025–26 LifeChanger of the Year award. The nomination was submitted anonymously.
Recognizing classroom impact
The LifeChanger of the Year program honors K-12 educators and school district employees across the country who demonstrate excellence, leadership and a positive influence on students and school communities.
According to information provided with the nomination, González-Zamora is known for her dedication and commitment to student success. She regularly spends additional time outside the school day — including evenings and weekends — planning lessons designed to engage students and make learning meaningful.
Supporters said her creativity and high expectations have helped create a classroom environment where students feel motivated and valued, contributing to strong connections between learning and student well-being.
National recognition program
The LifeChanger of the Year award is sponsored by National Life Group and has recognized more than 8,600 educators and school employees in over 2,300 school districts since its launch in 2011.
The program has awarded more than $850,000 in cash prizes to winners and their schools. Awards range from a $20,000 grand prize to additional finalist, LifeChanger, Spirit and Spotlight awards, all of which are shared with the recipient’s school or district.
Selection criteria and announcement
Nominees are evaluated based on their impact on students, leadership, professional excellence, commitment to a nurturing learning environment, and adherence to high ethical standards.
Winners are selected by a committee of former award recipients and education professionals and are expected to be announced in early 2026.
Source — LifeChanger of the Year program.