I started teaching at Ridgeview Elementary School in the fall of 2021. I went to Kansas State University and Manhattan Christian College where I dual-degreed in Elementary Education and Bible and Leadership. I graduated with my Master's in Education Administration from Emporia State University in the summer of 2022.

I went into education because I love learning and want to help everyone find their own love of learning.

I started working at Ridgeview in 2006. I attended Southwest Baptist University where I played soccer and graduated with a Criminal Justice degree and a Psychology degree. Later, I attended University of Missouri-Kansas City, where I got both my teaching certificate and Master’s in Education. I also attended MidAmerica Nazarene University to receive my ESOL endorsement. 

I became a teacher because I want to help students build confidence and develop the skills they need to be successful. When families and schools work together to support and empower students, those children will have a bright future! I hope to be a fun and positive part of the journey my students are taking through this world!