Georgia Teacher Certification:

PK-8th

Gifted

Reading, Social Studies, Language Arts

Leadership PK-12

 

Education:

Master of Education  in Leadership -University of North Texas

Bachelor of Science- Interdisciplinary Studies- Minor- Education- University of North Texas

 

My goal as an educator is to be a positive influence in each student's life and have them leave my classroom with a stronger sense of self worth. Students remember relationships and experiences.  It is imperative to design challenging, real world activities that address the needs and interests of my students.  I had the opportunity to live and travel abroad.  These experiences have helped me look at life from a global perspective and help me connect with students from diverse backgrounds. Another experience that took me out of my comfort zone was training for an 1/2 Ironman Triathlon with Team in Training.  I am not a natural athlete, it took grit to train and cross that finish line.  

This experience reinforced the importance of encouraging others to have a positive mindset and work as a team to endure challenging obstacles. I'm ecstatic to be at W&R with like minded, accomplished educators!  

 

My hometown is Brunswick, Georgia.  I went to college near Dallas, Texas.  My husband and I have lived in the Atlanta area since 2005.  We have 2 kids, Colton is 12 and McKayla is 15.  Our family enjoys hiking, camping, traveling, and watching movies together.

 

Teaching Highlights:

Holcomb Bridge Middle School

7 & 8th  Language Arts

7th Social Studies

Model UN Coach

Grade Level Chair

Leadership Team

 

Ridgeview Middle

7th Gifted Social Studies

 

Mount Pisgah Christian School

3rd Grade

Professional Development Committee

  

Good Elementary- Texas

3rd-5th

School Newspaper

District Improvement Council

Leadership Team

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