Staff Spotlight

Tell us about yourself. 

I am a family man who enjoys spending time doing outdoor activities. I have a wife and two kids. We enjoy being social, going to church functions, and anything that involves exploring. I am very competitive and love teaching and coaching kids to be the best they possibly can.

Where did you attend college? 

Graduated from ORU


How long have you been in education? 

8 year

What/who inspired you to become a teacher? 

Watching my dad coach my entire life put the passion of coaching and teaching in me. A high school science teacher I had, Mr. Peterson, inspired me to teach science.


What is the best thing about working in the Sand Springs school district? 

The community of teachers and students are great! The admin do a great job of hiring great professionals and letting them be professionals.


What are your top 5 movies in any order? 

Rambo, Rocky, Die hard, Billy Madison, Kindergarten Cop.... First 5 I thought of... Can't leave off Freedom Writers

What advice do you have for high school students? 

Don't put a limit on your dreams. What you can accomplish is endless!