I’m a Raleigh born girl who is lucky enough to have found my home in Asheville since 2005. I always knew I was meant to be a teacher but didn't know where I would fit in.  I tried on a lot of different subjects before finding drama. In the theatre I get to put my silly, big, enthusiastic personality in a literal spotlight! I graduated from UNC-Asheville with a degree in Theatre with a K-12 Teaching License in 2009. I crossed Merrimon Avenue and began teaching at Claxton a few months later. I added a K-6 Elementary Teaching licence, and taught 3rd & 4th grade for awhile, and am so happy to be back in the drama room. 

As I start my 17th year at Claxton- my favorite part is still our HIVE community!   I love being able to channel my enthusiasm into all of our traditions and events. My favorites are the school musical, 5th grade legacy video, school dances, storytelling festival, and our school wide Arts assemblies. As a teaching professional I'm excited for another year working with "Beekeepers" our Staff Culture team. As 'Claxton Teacher of the Year', I look forward to serving on our school improvement team and representing our school at the District Educator Advisory Committee for the next two years.  Advocating for Claxton students, staff, and families is something I'm proud to be able to do!

When I’m not in my colorful room wrapped in costumes and using puppets... I’m at home doing the same thing with my 3rd grade daughter, “Maeve the Brave”. She is into Taekwondo, Science & Reading. My husband, Josh, is the Safety Officer for Asheville City Schools. GO COUGARS! When not at school I love reading, embroidery, trivia nights & board games, escape rooms, camping and buying more houseplants.