Family: Husband, Brad; daughter Paige; son Damon; and three beautiful grandchildren; Ava, Adleigh, and Jaxxton
School: Denair High School
Subject taught: EMT 1, digital photography and CCAP
Experience and education: I’ve been an employee of DUSD for 23 years, including 18 years at DHS as campus Supervisor. I went to Turlock High School. I have my AA in criminal justice from Modesto Junior College, a BA in criminal justice with a concentration in juvenile justice from California State University Stanislaus, and I am currently a student at Teachers College of San Joaquin.
What attracted you to Denair? My kids started school at Denair Elementary 23 years ago and after volunteering in various positions, I was offered a permanent position. The leadership, family atmosphere and home-like feeling has kept me coming back year after year. I couldn’t see myself anywhere else.
What most inspires you about teaching? What has always inspired me about working with kids and will
continue in my role as a teacher, is making kids feel welcome, feel special and seeing success in those
who felt lost.
What is a challenge you look forward to tackling this year? As a new teacher, I am expecting challenges
but with the help of my amazing administration and teachers, I plan to tackle any challenge that comes
my way.
What is your favorite teaching tool or activity? Activities that consist of working together as a team with other students.
What do you want your students to remember? High school is a very short time in your life, enjoy it! Try new things, get involved, ask for help and do your best!
How can parents support what you do? Parents can support me and your child by checking in with your kids’ education daily. Ask questions, get involved and always feel free to reach out with questions.
What would surprise people about your job? The most challenging students just want to be loved. Teachers who care, don’t give up.
What do you do for fun? For fun I love going to San Francisco Giants baseball games with my family, camping, shopping and playing with my grandchildren.
