I graduated from The Ohio State University in 2006 with my Bachelor of Sciences degree where I majored in Human Development and Family Sciences.  I then completed my Masters in Middle Childhood Education at The Ohio State University in 2007.  I taught for 8 years in Vandalia-Butler.  This is my 10th year in Tipp City!  I have taught 4th, 5th, and 7th grade Math.

I currently live in Tipp City with my wife, daughter (Madilyn) and two sons, (Michael and Jaxon).  Madilyn is entering high school as a freshman, while Michael is about to begin 6th grade.  Jaxon is getting ready to start 3rd grade.  We have one dog named Margo.

I teach 5th grade Math and Social Studies.  I am a HUGE fan of the following teams: The Ohio State Buckeyes football team, the Cincinnati Reds, and the Cleveland Browns.  I am usually told that I have chosen 2 out of 3 correct.  I help coach the boys' high school Cross Country team and love to run.

I believe in educating every child.  I believe the way in which we teach children can greatly influence their achievement.  I believe in choosing activities that relate to the standards as well as the students’ real life.  I believe that these activities should be hands-on.  I believe that using humor in the classroom can greatly increase the sense of community in a classroom as well as enhance the students’ willingness to learn.  I also believe in open communication.  Please reach out to me with any problems that may arise and I will do the same.