Welcome to First Grade! I am so excited to be a part of the Beverly family. I have a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from Brigham Young University and have taken a few masters courses in literacy, math, and social studies from the University of Alabama. I have been professionally teaching for 10 years in many different settings. I have taught in special education, kindergarten, first grade, fourth grade, ESL, and Title 1 tutoring in middle school. I have spent time volunteering in schools in Michigan, Texas, Utah, Mexico, and Ecuador. I love to travel inside and outside of the USA! I have been to Chile, Argentina, Colombia, Paraguay, Brazil, Ecuador, Canada, England, Ireland, France, Switzerland, Italy, and Spain. I even lived in Mexico City for two years. My oldest two children went to preschool and kindergarten at the American School Foundation there. I am married to my best friend, and we are the parents of four amazing people. Our oldest three are in college, and our youngest is a senior at Plano East Senior High. I love teaching, and helping children find personal success.  Being a part of a child's early school experience is amazing! My goal is to provide an individualized classroom where the children can learn in a fun, loving atmosphere! Thank you for sharing your children with me. I am looking forward to a great year!