Education

• La Roche College, BA, Math/History 1983

• Carnegie Mellon University, MBA 1988

• Chatham University, Masters in Teaching 2006

Family

I’m originally from Pittsburgh, PA, and that is where I received all of my education. I also spent the better part of 2 decades living and working in New York City, prior to changing careers to become a teacher. We relocated to the North State in 2013 to be near my wife’s Mother. I joined West Valley in the Spring of 2016. I’ve been married almost 28 years to my wife Julie. We have three children, Sam, Maggie, Charles. Sam and Maggie are in College. Charles is a HS Junior in Redding.

Why I Teach

After almost 20 years in business, I realized that I enjoyed coaching my daughter’s soccer team more than I enjoyed my work life. I decided to change careers. While it was a difficult decision, I have never regretted the change. On top of teaching Math, I enjoy helping young people find their way in life. I treasure the relationships I form with my students.

Outside of Class

My personal mantra is, “Be of Service to Others.” At West Valley, I am the sponsor of the West Valley Key Club. I enjoy working with WV students, in conjunction with Anderson Kiwanis, to serve several charitable causes (including Pink Out) and to put on children’s events in the Anderson/Cottonwood area.