I started teaching in North Carolina in 1997 for Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. I came to Cabarrus County in 1999, teaching for three years at Northwest Cabarrus Middle School. I am very proud to say that I am a founding member of Harris Road Middle School. The 2022-23 school year will be my 26th year of teaching. Although I have lived in North Carolina for half my life, I grew up in south Florida. I spent many summers camping all over Florida and camping, boating, fishing, and exploring nature. I love animals and have a house full: thirteen cats! I also spend time supporting animal rescues through a variety of ways.