At Laurenzo Early Childhood Education Center, learning begins with joy—and Ms. Samara Solis is joy personified. From the classroom to the community, she brings unwavering energy and passion to everything she does. 

When her school faced an unexpected staffing gap mid-year, Ms. Solis didn’t hesitate to step up—taking on both the OWL Lab and Art Room with grace and grit. She didn’t just fill a gap; she elevated it. 

Her work helps young learners build vital oral language skills in immersive, meaningful ways, honoring the center’s mission to treat children as curious meaning-makers. Whether leading a lesson or lighting up the room at a team outing, Ms. Solis is the kind of educator who leaves a lasting impression. That’s why she’s a 2025 Houston Loves Teachers honoree—and a daily inspiration.

Through its Houston Schools That Inspire and Houston Loves Teachers campaigns, Good Reason Houston is celebrating high-performing schools—and the exceptional educators who help them thrive. 

You can learn more about these initiatives at goodreasonhouston.org/schoolsthatinspire or https://houstonlovesteachers.org/.