At Payne Auto Group, we understand that a strong community is built on a strong foundation, and nothing is more essential to that foundation than our educators. We are incredibly proud to celebrate the passionate teachers across the Rio Grande Valley who dedicate themselves to shaping the future of our students. Our commitment to education goes hand-in-hand with our commitment to the RGV, and that’s why we were honored to host this year’s Back-to-School Nominate a Teacher campaign.

We want to extend a massive THANK YOU to every parent, student, and colleague who took the time to submit a nomination. Your heartfelt stories show the profound, positive impact these educators are making every day.

Roberto Robledo from PSJA Early College High School

Mr. Robledo’s nomination highlights a rare and powerful dedication—a teacher who has rejected opportunities in administration to remain in the classroom with students. “Rob interacts and teaches for the love of being with the students,” his nominator, Emily Ramos, shared. “He never yells… and has a very peaceful to approach anything.” Payne Auto Group thanks Mr. Robledo for his dedication to generations of students and continuously making positive impacts!

Anabel Roeder from IDEA Frontier Academy

Nominated by Iris Betancourt, Ms. Roeder is celebrated for creating a welcoming and motivating space for her students. “Ms. Roeder is a very dedicated teacher who creates a welcoming classroom environment where students feel safe, valued, and motivated,” the nomination stated. Her efforts to find creative ways to keep student engagement high are truly inspiring, and we thank her for her dedication to education!

Mr. Martinez from Airport Elementary

Mr. Martinez’s impact is deeply personal and profound. Nominated by Ravyn, a proud parent, Mr. Martinez was praised for working wonders with a student diagnosed with autism. “She was non verbal and now has started to talk a lot!” Ravyn wrote, adding that he’s “always going above and way beyond for his kiddos!! We celebrate Mr. Martinez for his extraordinary compassion and commitment to making a positive difference in his students’ lives.

Payne Auto Group is proud to support the hard work happening in classrooms every day across the Rio Grande Valley. To all the dedicated teachers who inspire, motivate, and shape the next generation—thank you for your service to our community!