science teacher- high school coach-conscious movement dance teacher-sports and performance mindset coach-mother-wife-athlete.

Laura grew up surrounded by the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest where she  developed a deep appreciation for the environment and a keen interest in the biological sciences.  Laura's place of comfort in her youth was being in her physical body. She competed in three varsity sports and played soccer competitively year-round. 

Laura's academic journey began with a Bacherlor of Science in Zoology. Her passion for education and natural world led her to purse a Masters of Arts in Teaching Biology. To further enhance her expertise, she also completed a one-year post-bacherlor degree certificate in Environmental Education and Natural Sciences in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. In this program Laura was emersed in the natural world for a full year, which was life changing. Nature became Laura's number one teacher. It became her ally and inspiration for personal and academic growth-inspiring presence, embodiment, curiosity, interconnectedness, and gratitude.

Laura's dedication to education and her love for nature converged in her 20 year plus career as a creative educator and facilitator of personal growth, She has consistently demonstrated a commitment to fostering meaningful learning experiences, and making complex concepts accessible, and engaging to her students.

In addition to her formal education, Laura is a certified Azul Conscious Movement teacher. This unique qualification allows her to integrate physical movement and mindfulness into her teaching and coaching practices promoting learning and personal growth. 

Laura is also a certified life coach, futher highlighting her dedication to supporting individuals in their pesronal and professional developmet. Her coaching expertise enables her to guide students, athletes, and clients towards achieving their goals and unlocking their full potential.