In addition to helping students meet their maximum learning potential, my goal as an educator is to provide a safe and supportive learning environment of mutual respect. My classroom environment enables students to establish self-respect, self discipline, responsibility and pride in themselves. My goal is to also be a guide while directing students to their educational ambitions and future goals. I believe students need to learn they are important, cared for, believed in and trusted.

I have three degrees with two undergraduate degrees in Mathematics and Computer Science Education and Instrumental Music from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. My Masters is in Professional Development from the University of Wisconsin-LaCrosse.

During my teaching career, I provided a stimulating classroom environment in which students of many interests and abilities have had rich experiences which have fostered growth. I have extensive experience with online teaching all the mathematics subjects from Middle Grades Mathematics, Algebra I and II, and Geometry to Pre-Calculus.

I am a musician playing both percussion and brass in four community organizations. I am an avid photographer, gardener, and art collector. I love art museums and collect Navajo rugs.