My family is my number one priority and as one of my students you have become an extension of that family. This is what motivates me to teach, there is nothing better than helping someone you care about find their way.

I began my college education at Maple Woods. I enjoyed my time there and after receiving my associates degree in education I transferred to UMKC's School of Education. After graduating with my bachelors degree in Secondary English Education I student taught in the Hickman Mills school district at Ruskin High School. Ruskin afforded me a lot of opportunities and I really enjoyed my time there, however my goal was to teach in the Kearney School District. Kearney is home, and where my kids go to school. Becoming a part of our community has been a blessing.

I am currently perusing a masters degree in Educational Technology though the University of Central Missouri.

This year I am teaching a variety of English classes all focused on the three pillars of communication: speaking, listening and writing. Classes will take place online and in person.

I have been married for ten years and have three wonderful kids. You can probably guess which three are mine in the picture above. In the last three years we have faced a great deal of adversity. In my first year with KSD I learned I would need to replace a narrowing aortic valve.