Theresa Stanley has been a devoted, innovative educator who has been touching young minds and lives for over thirty years. Currently, a drama specialist at the Bedford Village School located in Brooklyn; she has assisted in setting the stage for our children to claim their position in the spotlight of theatre. As a NYC elementary school pedagogue, she has left positive imprints upon the hearts and lives of so many young people via her productions of musical and stage performances.It is through various forms of art expression that children’s self esteem and sense of worth is cultivated. As a part of Inside Change, Theresa hopes to continue to reach young minds whose main purpose on earth is to shine like diamonds.