In 2009, I graduated from Michigan State University with my undergraduate degree in Elementary Education. I completed my year long internship in a first grade classroom and truly found my passion for teaching during this experience. Since then, I have had the opportunity to teach 2nd grade for a year in South Bend, Indiana. This will be my 6th year teaching 4th grade at Sylvester! I absolutely love my job and the people that I work with! In 2013, I completed my Master's program at MSU with a focus in literacy. If you are interested, you can view my professional portfolio here.
Besides teaching, I enjoy being married to my husband, who just happens to teach Earth Science and PLTW courses at Berrien Springs High School. We had our first child, Gavin, in March 2014 so most of our "free time" is spent doing things that revolve around him. I also play the role of "mom" to our 4 year old energetic black lab, Jetta. When I get a moment to myself, I love to relax under some blankets and read a good book. In the summer, however, you will probably find me outside doing something. I enjoy spending time at the beach, working in my garden, camping, fishing, and biking.
I am so excited to spend the year getting to know and work with each of you, both parents and fourth graders!
Besides teaching, I enjoy being married to my husband, who just happens to teach Earth Science and PLTW courses at Berrien Springs High School. We had our first child, Gavin, in March 2014 so most of our "free time" is spent doing things that revolve around him. I also play the role of "mom" to our 4 year old energetic black lab, Jetta. When I get a moment to myself, I love to relax under some blankets and read a good book. In the summer, however, you will probably find me outside doing something. I enjoy spending time at the beach, working in my garden, camping, fishing, and biking.
I am so excited to spend the year getting to know and work with each of you, both parents and fourth graders!