About me:

I was born and raised in Reno, Nevada, but my family and I have happily called Parker, CO. our home for over a decade. My husband and I have three incredibly kind children, Jack (23), Carson (18), and Kennedy (16). Our oldest is currently serving our country, and we couldn't be more proud. During a typical week, we stay busy supporting our other teens with their sports and academics. We are an incredibly active family; however, when I have downtime you will find me in the gym or cuddling with my two rescue dogs, Lyra and Maizy. In the fall, you will find me at all the CU Buff football games!

I don't remember a day in my life where I wasn't thinking about writing practices or talking about the latest novel. In fact, I wrote my first short story when I was in the third grade! I followed my passion for writing and literature and graduated from Metropolitan State University of Denver with a B.A. in English and a minor in Secondary Education. I am currently completing my M.D.Ed. in Literacy, specializing in Reading and Writing through the University of Colorado.

I believe that great achievements come with hard work, and I strive to have my students set goals and conquer each one. I believe in encouraging individual interest to allow students to explore their own, personal passion.

"Always do what you are afraid to do."

- Ralph Waldo Emerson

If you need to contact me, please copy and paste my email address nalueck@dcsdk12.org and email me. If you contact me during the week, please allow 24 hours for a response. If you contact me over the weekend I will reply as soon as possible, but no later than Monday.