My passion for teaching began at the University of Wyoming, where I earned a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education. I started my teaching career in Seminole, Texas, before taking a 12-year break to focus on raising our three children. Twenty-five years ago, I returned to the classroom with Littleton Public Schools, where I had the privilege of teaching fourth and fifth grades. Most of my career was spent at Franklin Elementary, and I concluded my time in the district at Gudy Gaskill Elementary.
Committed to lifelong learning, I earned a Master of Arts in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Phoenix in 2009 and a Master of Arts in Educational Leadership from Regis University in 2021.
My husband and I have called Colorado home for the past 28 years after living in Laramie, Wyoming, Seminole, Texas, and Tulsa, Oklahoma. We feel fortunate that our three adult children and their partners also live in Colorado, allowing us to spend regular time together as a family. I especially enjoy watching our two grandchildren, Charlotte and Theo, participate in their sports and activities.
Outside of education, you’ll often find me at our home in Fraser, Colorado, traveling with my husband to visit Major League Baseball stadiums and exploring new cities, or taking trips to other countries. I also enjoy reading fiction, cross-stitching, and creating scrapbooks that preserve our family’s memories for future generations.
I believe that education is built on strong relationships, a love of learning, and helping every student discover their unique strengths. It is a privilege to support students as they grow academically, socially, and emotionally.