Hello!  This is my tenth year teaching Kindergarten at Spicewood. I graduated from Austin College in Sherman, Texas and majored in English and Communication Arts.

I received my Early Childhood Teaching Certification from Southern Methodist University.  I am ESL certified and have been employed in education  for 21 years.

Early Childhood Literacy is a great passion for me.  My parents owned a children’s book store while I was growing up, which greatly influenced my love of children’s books and learning.  I look forward to sharing adventures in learning with your children.   

I have been married 25 years and have a fifteen year old son. We also have a sweet dog named Sparky.  My hobbies include reading, art,  and 

• Spicewood Teacher of the Year 2025 (awarded 2024)

• PIE Foundation Grant Recipient 2024-2025

• Kindergarten Team Lead 2021-2024

• Teacher Coach 2019-2025

• RRISD Leadership Academy Graduate 2023-2024

• Currently in U.T. SproUTs Program