I am a native of Pender County and a graduate of Pender High School. 

I obtained my bachelor's degree in English Literature with Teacher Licensure at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington in 2014. 

I earned my master's degree in Curriculum Studies at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington in 2024.

I am licensed by the state of North Carolina to teach English/Language Arts in grades 6-12. I am also a licensed Curriculum Specialist in grades K-12. 

I am certified by The College Board to teach Advanced Placement Literature and Composition, Advanced Placement Seminar, and Advanced Placement Language and Composition. 

 This will be my 12th year at Heide Trask High School. 

I am married to Mr. McHolland in the history department of HTHS.