I grew up in Cleburne, Texas and have lived in Texas all my life. I received my Bachelor's degree in Childhood and Family Studies along with my Master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of North Texas. I started my career as a Program Director for the YMCA but wanted to go into education so I did a career change and started teaching 5th grade in 2004. I have always been an avid runner and I have a passion for physical fitness so I am now one of the PE teachers for Hickey Elementary. I am married to Travis who also works for Plano ISD. We have a daughter and twin boys. I love spending time with my family and friends. I also look forward to seeing all the smiling faces of the Hickey All Stars each day who enter into the gym who I know will work hard in their PE class.