Hello! This is my 8th year teaching. I have taught fourth grade for 7 years and first grade for 1 year. I attended Southern Illinois University Edwardsville and received my bachelor's degree in elementary education. I received my master's degree in Curriculum & Instruction from Western Illinois University. I am a huge St. Louis Blues fan!! I have two fur babies, a dog (Karina) and a cat (Ember). My husband Doug and I have a son, Maverick, who is the light of our world. Spending time together as a family is one of my favorite things to do. I come from a family of four with an older brother who now has 3 beautiful children that call me Auntie. I have a niece (Celia), and two nephews (Knox & Colson). I am so happy to be teaching at Oak Grove. Its a great day to be an Eagle!