I am a Concordia native and a proud graduate of Concordia R-2 High School, Class of 2005. After high school, I attended State Fair Community College, where I studied early child development, and later graduated from the UCM Police Academy in 2009.

My career in education began at Concordia Elementary School in December 2021, where I worked as a one-on-one para for two years. I am now serving as a Parents as Teachers parent educator, a role that allows me to partner with families and support children in reaching their fullest potential.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my husband, Matthew, and our two children. As a family, we love hunting, fishing, camping, playing games, and simply enjoying time together.

One of my guiding beliefs is captured in a favorite quote by Josh Shipp: “Every kid is ONE caring adult from being a success story.”