I grew up in Burley, Idaho, graduated from Minico High School (go Spartans!) and have spent the last eight years teaching in Jerome where I reside with my husband, four wonderful children, and our dogs. I’m passionate about creating a supportive and engaging classroom where students feel valued and inspired to grow. Outside of school, I enjoy reading, camping, gardening, traveling, and relaxing on my porch while watching the sunset. Most of all, I love spending quality time with my family. As a lifelong learner, I recently returned to school to pursue my master’s degree—because I believe there's always more to learn and share.