Degrees:   BA in History, The Citadel, 2000

Masters in the Arts of Teaching, Secondary Social Studies, The Citadel, 2003 

Teaching Background:  I am entering my 22nd year as a teacher and 15th at Wando High School, with previous stops at Hilton Head High School and James Island Charter.  I teach AP European History and have served as a College Board Reader/Scoring Professional for the AP Euro curriculum for the past 10 years.  I also teach AP US Government and Politics and AP Comparative Government while serving as the advisor for the Wando Model United Nations Team.  For the past 6 years, I've had the privilege of serving as the Department Chair for the Wando Social Studies Department, which remains a phenomenal group of educators.

Hometown:  Lugoff, SC

Personal Background:   I am married to the far better looking and talented Stacey Tyler and we have an 10 year old son named Emerson.  We also have a pretty cool dog named Earl.

Outside Interests:  I am an avid sports fan (namely The Citadel, Clemson, Atlanta Braves, Carolina Panthers, and Liverpool FC) and a pop culture junkie.  Most important to me is spending time with my family, especially having the opportunity to travel with them.