I am proud to be beginning my 12th year as a school counselor, my 25th year in education, and my 23rd year with Scottsbluff Public Schools.

I earned my bachelor's degree in Education from Chadron State College and began my teaching career as a math teacher in Colorado before joining Bluffs Middle School. I later earned a Master's degree in Mathematics from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln and a Master's degree in School Counseling from Chadron State College. Before becoming a school counselor, I also served as the Math Content Specialist for Scottsbluff Public Schools.

Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of working with students in many different roles. Those experiences have strengthened my passion for helping students discover what inspires them, overcome challenges, and reach their full potential. I am grateful to be part of the outstanding staff at Bluffs Middle School, where my goal is to support every student's academic, social, and emotional success. I believe that when schools, families, and communities work together, we can empower the next generation to achieve success both in school and in life.

Outside of school, I enjoy spending time with my husband, Andrew, and our three children. Our son, Tristan, lives in Denver, Colorado. Our daughter, Jadyn, is a sophomore at Scottsbluff High School, and our youngest, Jaxton, is a fourth grader at Longfellow Elementary. Family keeps me grounded and reminds me every day of the importance of helping all students grow into confident, capable, and compassionate individuals.