I grew up in Sutherland, Nebraska, and graduated from Sutherland High School in 1999 as a member of the last class of the 20th century. During my time in Sutherland, I participated in a wide variety of activities, an experience that shaped my belief in well-rounded student involvement. I earned All-State honors in football and basketball for both my academic and athletic accomplishments, competed in track and baseball, and took part in band, choir, show choir, speech, and academic competitions at Mid-Plains Community College. I also served my community as a volunteer and official with the Sutherland Youth Program, was a member of the National Honor Society, and served as a D.A.R.E. mentor for elementary students.
After high school, I attended Hastings College, where I majored in Physical Science Education and continued competing as a member of the football team. My time at Hastings was both challenging and rewarding. I was honored to be a two-time Academic All-American, an All-GPAC quarterback, and an Honorable Mention All-American. I also served as a Resident Assistant in Bronc Hall for two years, gaining leadership and mentorship experience that would influence my future career. My years at Hastings instilled in me a deep appreciation for teamwork, discipline, and service.
I began my teaching career at Wood River Rural Public Schools, where I taught Physical Science, Chemistry, Physics, and Anatomy & Physiology, while also serving as an assistant football coach and the head 8th-grade boys basketball coach. After the 2003–2004 school year, my wife and I made the decision for me to pursue another passion, healthcare. I attended Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa, completing the five-year program in just three and a half years and earning my Doctorate of Chiropractic (D.C.) in 2007. I specialized in the Gonstead system and returned to Hastings to open and operate my own chiropractic practice, which I ran for 10 years.
While practicing, I remained connected to education. In 2007, I served as an assistant football coach at Hastings College, working with quarterbacks. After that season, a friend asked me to help rebuild the football program at Doniphan-Trumbull Public Schools, where we developed it into a perennial powerhouse, including a C-2 State Championship in 2013. Working closely with high school students reignited my passion for education, and in 2011, I returned to the classroom full-time at Doniphan-Trumbull. Over the next several years, I served as a teacher, coach, Activities Director, and eventually as the 7–12 Principal.
In 2020, I accepted the role of Superintendent at Osceola Public Schools. My family and I are grateful to be part of this community. I am committed to cultivating a positive district culture, building strong relationships, supporting excellent academic and extracurricular programs, and ensuring that every student has the opportunities and support they need to succeed. Osceola is a special place, and I look forward to continuing to serve and contribute to the growth and success of our school district and community.
I am currently serving as the Superintendent of Osceola Public Schools, a position I have proudly held since 2020. Education has always been central to my life, whether as a student, teacher, coach, administrator, or community leader. The opportunity to serve the students, staff, and families of Osceola is one I value deeply.