Biography

I can't believe I am starting my 23rd year in Education. Where has the time gone? It doesn't seem possible that we opened the doors to Blanton for the first time 15 years ago!!!

Let me tell you a little about myself!

I graduated from the University of North Texas with a BS in Elementary Education and a minor in Kinesiology. I began teaching in Aubrey ISD as a fifth grade science and social studies teacher. I then realized that I wanted to be a coach. I was always involved in sports growing up and really wanted to coach at the Middle School level. I was the head girls basketball coach at Hedrick Middle School in 2001, but was soon given the opportunity to open up a new Middle School in Flower Mound. I coached and taught at Downing Middle School for six years. During that time I taught PE, English, Social Studies, and was the Girls Athletic Coordinator and PE Department Head. I loved every minute I spent coaching, but as my own kiddos got older, I realized I wanted to spend time going to their activities. I was very lucky to be chosen to become part of the Blanton Family. This is also my 4th year as the Elementary PE Coordinator for Denton.

My oldest son Dylan has been in heaven for 2 years. #runforDylan. If you don't know his story check out www.runforDylan.com. Get your childrens hearts screened for sports the minute they are eligible. My youngest son Jake is 17 and a Senior Pole Vaulter at Guyer HS. I have been married to a wonderful man for the past 21 years and we have lived in Denton for the past 20 years. I grew up in the Denton area. I graduated from Ponder High School, but have lived in Denton since I was 12. We love the area and are very excited that our child gets to attend Denton schools.

If there is anything I can help you with throughout the school year, please feel free to ask. I am here to help you and your children have a great year!