I love working with students and collaborating with teachers and families at Pleasant Street Elementary School! I taught first grade for five years and third grade for five years. Now I am in my seventh year of teaching Title 1. You may hear the Title 1 program at Pleasant Street referred to as "Title Wave." Pleasant Street students often inspire me when they work hard toward a goal, overcome challenges, and grow as a learner and as a person. One of the best parts of my job is getting to interact with students of all ages.
Education:
I received a Bachelor of Arts from Ohio Wesleyan University in 2006, Master of Arts from Mount Vernon Nazarene University in 2009, and Reading Endorsement from Mount Vernon Nazarene University in 2012.
Interests:
Outside of school, I enjoy spending time with friends and family, working on my family's orchard, playing church softball, and supporting community theater. I loved growing up in Utica, and now I love living in Knox County with my husband and 3.5 children.
Fun fact:
Many students ask me if a peacock is my favorite animal. While it's certainly one of my favorite animals, I just thought it'd be a fun classroom theme, with its showy personality and vibrant colors!