Sonya is a 1994 graduate of Etowah High School, a 1998 graduate of Jacksonville State University, and a 2005 graduate of the University of Alabama.  She began her teaching career at Etowah High School in 1999.  She married her high school sweetheart (Aaron) and they have two children (Josh & Lizzy).  Her hobbies include camping, watching sports (Roll Tide!!!), cooking, and fishing.