I am a native Texan, though I lived in Colorado for 3 years and Southern California for 2. I’m a mom of 2, stepmom of 2, and my kids go to  PESH and University of North Texas. I’m also a proud mom of 2 lovable pitbull rescues. This is my 28th year teaching. I graduated, class of ‘89, from Plano East Senior High, received my Bachelor’s degree from University of North Texas, and my Master’s in Education from Lamar University. I’ve taught integrated science courses, International Baccalaureate classes, Biology, Earth Science, and Chemistry. I entered teaching with the plan to get into counseling or administration quickly, but 28 years later, I’m still here as I can’t imagine doing anything else now. At heart, I’m still a teenager, and a classroom is where I belong. Outside of school, I love camping (errr, more like "glamping," to be honest), traveling (especially cruises), and just relaxing and hanging with my husband, kids, and dogs, who are the joys in my life.

This year I will be teaching Chemistry and Honors Chemistry. This course is very much like learning a musical instrument or a sport, as it is skills-based. The way to learn is practice, practice, practice!  In addition, it's a lot like math, in that we build on previous skills throughout the year. If a student has a gap in his/her learning, it will need to be filled before he/she can successfully continue. My main message to all students and parents is come get help when you need it! I will do everything in my power to give you the tools to be successful!