I was born and raised in Erie, Pennsylvania. This is my 24th year in education, and I have taught everything from kindergarten to fourth grade. I have been married for 24 years and have three wonderful children:  Bryan (college), Hailey (senior), and Natalee (8th grade). We have a chocolate lab, a black lab, two cats, two very active turtles, a bunny, a Leopard Gecko, and a horse named Domino. I enjoy cooking, reading, and gardening.  I am truly looking forward to this school year and watching your children learn, grow, and lead.