I grew up in a very small rural town in Ohio. I spent 4 years in the Marine Corps. I've lived in Ohio, Japan, California, and North Carolina. I am married to Jesse and together we have 4 children. Our 3 boys graduated from Southwest High School and our daughter is starting high school this year. We also have 2 grandbabies. We have 1 dog, 2 cats (along with 11 strays outside we feed), and 1 fish. This is my 6th year teaching at Northwoods Elementary. I began in 2nd grade and moved to EC after my first year. 

I enjoy spending time with my family, reading, being outside, swimming, gardening, and cake decorating.