I grew in DeSoto, Texas. I attended Beltline Elementary , and believe it or not, I still remember my school song! Growing up, I loved writing poetry, riding my bike around the neighborhood, roller skating in my garage, and played many sports. In high school I played volleyball, basketball and softball. In 2005, I received an academic and softball scholarship to Tarleton State University in Stephenville, Texas where I played four years of collegiate softball with my older sister and ran cross country. I graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in EC-4 Interdisciplinary Studies and ESL.

Jackson Elementary has been my one and only home where I have taught 4^th grade, third grade, and have been an instructional specialist. This is my 16^th year at Jackson and my third year as team leader of the 4^th grade team . I am married with two beautiful children, Makenna, who is in 3rd grade here at Jackson, and Rhett, who will be joining us in Kinder. I am proud to be a Jackson Jaguar and always will.