Biographical Sketch:
Hailing from California, I moved to Colorado in 2002. I have been an educator in the Poudre School District for 15 years. This will be my second year supporting families, students and staff in the role of an English Language Development teacher. In addition, I will be teaching sixth and seventh grade Science. I am blessed with a Super-Awesome husband and two Super-Awesome kids, Callen (9) and Linden (6). We also provide room and board to two dogs and two rabbits.
Education Background:
- Master's in Education, CU Boulder with a focus on Linguistically and Culturally Diverse education
- Teaching license, Secondary Science educator, Colorado State University
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Sonoma State University
Why I enjoy teaching?
I enjoy teaching because everything is always changing. This provides me with the opportunity to be creative, adapt and build resiliency. I enjoy the challenge of making learning interesting and applicable to the lives of students.
Favorite Book: Everybody, Always by Bob Goff
Interests & Hobbies: I enjoy learning new things. I enjoy going on adventures with others. I enjoy watching and playing sports.
About my classroom: A space for students to be known. A room in which laughter is heard and kids feel safe.