Have you ever been in a situation where you feel like you were destined to be in a certain place at a certain time? To hear a certain song? To eat a certain food? To experience something that felt like luck or something that felt like it happened by chance? This feeling is the concept of a Cosmic Coincidence, which Jay was fortunate to learn about from his dear Social Studies Methods course professor, Dr. Barbara Veltri. This concept has played a major role in how Jay has experienced life as a Diné individual who has been granted opportunities that span as far back as a Pre-School: show-and-tell. Join Jay in exploring the various Cosmic Coincidences that have made his academic achievement and personal growth possible, as well as the role of the Diné wellness philosophy and belief system, known as Hózhó, has played in finding purpose of his walk through life on Mother Earth.

Jay is a Diné future educator currently attending Northern Arizona University (PVCC Statewide Campus) in a dual-certification program for special and general education as an Arizona Teachers Academy Scholarship recipient. He has had a passion for teaching from a very young age, even if it was at the expense of giving homework to his cousins while playing pretend school. Jay is also the current Teacher Development Center Coordinator at Paradise Valley Community College where he serves as a support for PVCC EDU students, as well as participates and helps organize outreach events carried out by the Club Ed Leadership Board. Prior to his role as TDC Coordinator, Jay was an avid participant in Club Ed where he developed leadership skills and relationships with individuals who were also passionate about education and teaching.

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