Education: 2000--Concordia High School; 2003--Bachelor of Science in Therapeutic Recreation from University of Central Missouri; 2008--Master of Arts in Teaching from University of Central Missouri.

Experience: I have been teaching since 2007. All my teaching experience is at Concordia High School.  I have worked as a Recreation Therapist before becoming a teacher and have worked in a psychiatric hospital, medical hospital, and nursing home.

Family: I have been married to Joey since 2004 and have 2 children, Malaki & Piper.

Hobbies: In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my family, tending to my flowers & gardening, exercising with my friends, and shopping.

Favorite Quotes: “Today you are You, that is truer than true. There is no one alive who is Youer than You.” ― Dr. Seuss

“You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself any direction you choose. You're on your own. And you know what you know. And YOU are the one who'll decide where to go...”  ― Dr. Seuss