hello there!

I am so excited to be your child's kindergarten teacher! Everyone seems to have wonderful memories of their kindergarten teachers and I can not wait to make lasting memories with your little ones. We are going to have so much FUN together as we play, learn, worship, and get to know one another this year. 

I earned my bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from Bob Jones University. This is my second year teaching kindergarten at TLS. I have experience teaching fifth grade and I served as the Children's Director (birth - 5th grade) for five years at Southridge Church. God has given me a deep love for children and anyone who knows me will tell you that I am a "kid person" through and through. As a matter of fact, after becoming a parent for the first time in 2005, I remember saying, "Ah! THIS is what God created me for!" My heart's desire is to nurture little souls and to promote positive, joyful relationships with students. There is no better calling in my opinion.  

I have been married for 22 years to my amazing husband, Bryon, and we have three children who are 17, 15, and 11 years old.  Bryon has been employed with Pfizer for more than 20 years and is one of the best amateur golfers I've ever seen. Our children attend Mattawan schools. Brady (17) is a senior and he has his sights set on becoming a marine mechanic. He loves watercrafts and engines. Haylee (15) is a sophomore and loves spending time at home with her family.  She just got her first pet, a crested gecko named Flynn. Allie (11) is entering middle school and she is my animal lover. She's crazy about dogs and snakes. 

Some of my favorite activities include camping, reading, going on date night with my hubs, hanging out with my kiddos, and spending quality time with family and friends. 

God has specifically chosen me as your child's teacher this year and I am praying for your little one. I am praying for you too, parents. We are going to have an amazing year connecting, playing, learning, and laughing together.