I was born and raised in Rapid City and graduated from Stevens High School in 1983. I earned my teaching degree from BHSU in 1988.  I have been teaching at Wilson for 14 years. I  started out teaching second grade  in 1990 and moved up to fourth grade in  1996.

I have three children. Their  names are:

Shawna

Wade

Merissa

 I also have 2 dogs, one cat, and a bird. I hope to have a classroom pet this year also.

In the summertime, we enjoy swimming, hiking, and camping.