I'm looking forward to a rewarding year with your child. This is my 31st year of teaching in Etiwanda School District. I've taught grades K, 1st, 2nd and 3rd. I earned my Bachelor's Degree in Behavioral Science from Cal Poly Pomona, and a Master's Degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Chapman University. My classroom environment is built upon mutual respect, encouragement, and trust. I value the opportunity to praise your child's efforts, acknowledge their achievements and cheer them on to greater accomplishments.

Seeing that I'll have the privilege of spending so much time with your child this year, I'd like to share a little about myself.

• I have a twin sister. My twin is also a teacher.

• I love being an aunt! I have a niece and a nephew. My niece, Nicole, has also made me a great aunt. I have a 7 year old great nephew named Jameson, and a 4 year old great nephew named Benjamin. My nephew, Will, is in college.

• I love to read and listen to music.

• A book I've enjoyed reading: The Last Lecture.

• My favorite colors are burgundy and teal.

• Interesting facts: I've been White Water river rafting and hiked to the summit of Half Dome in Yosemite.