I grew up in eastern South Dakota (Canton) and attended Black Hills State University, majoring in Secondary Science Education and Physical Science. While at BHSU, I was a member of the Track and Field and Cross Country teams - my main event being the 400m Hurdles. I graduated in 2016 and spent my first 3 years of teaching as a 6th grade math and science teacher in the rural community of Kremmling, Colorado. I love being back home in South Dakota! In my free time I like to read, run, hike, and ski - all with my husband and my dog, Ranger. Go Spartans!