Shantellee Aponte

I work two full time jobs and go to school while being a single mom to create a better future for my son.

Placed 40th

in their group

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What is the most rewarding part of being a mom?

Seeing my son smile. Just knowing that all my hard work is paying off because he is happy everyday.

What is one memory of your kids that you will never forget?

I enrolled my son in gymnastics and the first time he ever did an arm hang the challenge was for 10 seconds and he made it for almost a minute! I’m still impressed with his strength and resilience especially since he is only 2.

What would you do with $20,000?

Honestly I would use it as a down payment on a home for me and my son to have and call our own. I want to buy us a quadplex and put a playground in the backyard for my son to be able to always have the space to play creatively while we’re in our own home that’s our safe place.