“I remember I felt inspired” – WATCH Venus Williams surprise the Middle School Teacher who Changed her Life

In honor of Teacher Appreciation Month, Tennis star Venus Williams dropped in on her former teacher’s class to say thank you believing in her potential.

The 36-year-old headed back to her hometown to have an emotional reunion with her teacher at Mark Twain Middle School in Lynwood, California.

Venus says “Ms. Vellegas, I remember I felt inspired. I felt nourished. The care that she takes with each student, you can tell that there’s love in her heart.”

Watch the heartwarming moment below.