I was born on a hot summer day in Deland, Florida. I grew up in Seville, Florida, a very small county style town. I attended Seville public school from grades K-6. The public school in Seville was a very small school with excellent teachers. One of the teachers was Mrs. Stevenson, a third grade teacher; Mrs. Stevenson inspired me to become a teacher. Her students were always first and she made learning fun. I'll be a great teacher someday, has Mrs. Stevenson. My name is Nancy Perez. I was born on May 24, 1980. I was raised by my grandparents who I truly appreciate for all their hard work and dedication towards me. I attended elementary school at Seville Public School from grade K-6. After elementary school I attended Taylor Middle High School in Pierson, Florida. I was a very athletic student; I was the first student to start a girls soccer team in 1995 at Taylor Middle High School. I played football for 4 years; I was the captain of the team. I played in the central first line. One of my best football memories was in March 1998 when; the Taylor women's soccer team competes in nationals ...