* 20 years of teaching (1st, 2nd, 3rd, GT Leveled Classes for 4 years, Science and Technology) CCSD

* Masters Degree

* Private Pilots License/Single Engine

* United States Parachuting A- License Holder (125 logged jumps!)

* Built my own home from the ground up in Elizabeth, Co.

* Prior to teaching, I remodeled five homes with the intention to sell

* First Metropolitan State College of Denver student athlete to compete individually in the NCAA Division II Swimming and Diving Championships (Placing 5th, 6th and 7th in the nation)

* Collegiate Scholarships received from the University of Wyoming and Metropolitan State College of Denver in Swimming

* Owned and operated my own landscaping company while in high school/ Landscapes by Design!

* Colorado High School State Champion in the 100 yard Breaststroke 1983

* Special Olympics Volunteer Swimming Coach