Tell us about yourself.
I am a graduate of Charles Page High School. I am married to my high school sweetheart. We graduated from Oklahoma State University. We have two sons who are attending the University of Oklahoma.
What hobbies do you enjoy?
When the world isn't shut down, I like to travel. When I am alone, I like to sing. I like to bake because baking is like delicious, edible chemistry. I like to garden, especially to see what nectar-feeders I can attract to my yard.
Where did you attend high school?
CPHS
What extra-curricular activities were you involved in when you were in high school?
Choir, youth group, RYLA, Youth in Government (yes, the name changed), Key Club, French Club, Student Counsel, and working.
Where did you attend college?
Oklahoma State University
What/who inspired you to become a teacher?
Many teachers, including Mrs. Clary (1st grade at Lake Elementary), Mrs. London (5th grade at Garfield), and Mrs. Baker (10th grade at CPHS).
What is the best thing about working in the Sand Springs school district?
My favorite thing about working in the Sand Springs school district is the hometown pride. I love that we live in a small town that still has small-town activities like the homecoming parade. I love the camaraderie among the staff and the unified vision of Charles Page High School.
What advice do you have for high school students?
You can change the course of your life with just 15 minutes of committed activity a day. Make goals, then surround yourself with people who have similar goals. Encourage each other to achieve them.
Where is the best place you've traveled to and why?
Brazil. The people are warm and welcoming. It is a very large country with amazingly diverse wildlife. It also has many stunning geologic features such as the widest curtain of water in the world.