First things first: I am an Aggie.  I say that upfront because it will explain a lot about me in the coming school year.  I am entering my 14th year of teaching, my twefth in Plano ISD.  Teaching is a second career for me.  Before this, I served for 22 years in youth ministry.

I graduated from Texas A&M in 1987 with a bachelor of science degree in economics, and subsequently acquired a masters degree in Christian education from Wheaton College in Illinois.  My wife, Kristine, and I have three children: Stephen (27), Matthew (24) and Caroline (21).  Caroline is an ESL paraprofessional here at Renner. All three are graduates from Plano ISD.  We are also the proud of parents of two 90 pound dogs, Opie and Leo, and two fat cats, Dobby and Penny.

I love baseball, computers and traveling.  I am thrilled to be your teacher for this school year.  We will figure out everything together and remember, if you don't know, please ask.  Welcome - I'm glad you're here!