I have been a teacher in the Minneapolis School District since 1993. I received my undergraduate education, majoring in Elementary Education, with a minor in Coaching. In 1997 I received my Master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction from St. Thomas.

I grew up in Bloomington, Minnesota and live Stillwater. I have four sons who range in age from 23 - 12. Along with teaching and my sons, I keep busy with playing hockey and playing softball.

Currently, I teach fourth grade at Folwell Performing Arts. This is my seventh year at Folwell. I the past I have looped with my students from fourth to fifth grade. We shall see what this year and next year brings with online teaching and learning, as well as the changes from the CDD. I am looking forward to another adventurous year.