Teachers

I grew up in southeast Portland, attending Oregon's biggest high school, David Douglas High School (Go Scots!), where I was fortunate enough to participate in many school events and clubs. I have always enjoyed school and embraced each class I took. I have had an appreciation for learning from a very young age and decided to pursue education as a career. 

I hold a Bachelor of Science in Education for all subjects, kindergarten through eighth grade from Corban University in Salem, Oregon. While attending Corban University, I was lucky enough to do some traveling to both Mexico and inner-city Philadelphia to do non-profit work in each community. These experiences ignited my passion for education, solidifying my view that education provides hope for every community. My passion is found in teaching all children. 

I began my teaching career in Lakewood, Washington, teaching fourth grade to children in need of stability and a safe place to learn. I have seen many students' needs met through the power of education and a healthy relationship with a caring teacher. The first three years of my teaching career shaped me into the teacher I am today. 

I came to CAM Academy in 2019  to teach ELA and Social Studies in third grade. After three years in primary, a welcomed opportunity presented itself to move up to middle school! 

In August of 2022, I graduated with a Master's degree in Educational Technology from the American College of Education. Continuing education is important to me; I enjoy applying new-found knowledge and tools in the classroom.

I've always had a passion for traveling to new places.  I have been lucky enough to have traveled to many different countries. Highlights include: Beirut, Lebanon,;Cairo, Egypt,;Addis Ababa, Ethiopia; Bangalore, India. During these travels, I was afforded the opportunity to see how schools operate in many of the countries visited. These experiences have given me a much broader vision of what education can be.

I have been married to my husband Tom since 2003 and have two kids! Being a teacher is a joy, and I hope to inspire a love of learning in each of my students as well.

Hello, and welcome to 6th grade at CAM.

I am excited to be working with the students and families here at CAM. Having worked for the Battle Ground School district for many years I know well the reputation that CAM has for high expectations and motivated learners. 

I hope to get to know each of my students well and facilitate their individual aspirations and provide encouragement and guidance for areas where they struggle.

Prior to being a teacher I had a successful career in retail management and so strive to make "real world" marketplace connections for the material we learn in science and math class.

You are always welcome to contact me through my email at: zon.brad@battlegroundps.org

Color: Blue and Green
Food: Pizza
Drink: Green Tea
Candy: Nutragous
Book: The Little Prince
Season: Fall
Movie: The Aviator
Sports Team: Seahawks
Animal: Dogs
Hobby: Hiking and Photography