After graduating from high school in Onslow County I joined the Navy where I served for 8 years. I received my Bachelor of Arts degree in Elementary Education from UNC Wilmington and my Master of Arts degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Ashland University. I have taught kindergarten for 3 years, first grade for 7 years, Reading Intervention for 2 years and Early Childhood Special Education for 2 years. During my teaching career, I served in the Army National Guard where I retired. I am very excited to be teaching kindergarten at Blue Creek Elementary. During my free time, I enjoy reading, going to the movies, sightseeing, going to the beach and spending time with my family.