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About the Teacher

Teacher Since:  1992
Teaching 7th & 8th Grade Math since:  2014
Previous Schools and Grades taught: 
Lone Tree Elementary, Beale AFB, Kdg & 1st;
Wheatland Elementary/Bear River, Wheatland, 3rd:
Education:   AA from Sierra Junior College, Rocklin, CA; BA in Liberal Studies from CSU, Chico; CLAD Certification    
Family:   Husband of 24 years, Joel; 2 children, Hannah and Connor; mom and dad, 2 sisters, 4 brothers, 4 nephews, 3 nieces, 3 great-nieces, 1 great-nephew
Hobbies:   watching my kids play sports, hanging out in Tahoe, camping and lake activities, pinteresting
   
My Goals for the Class:  1. Help students develop self-confidence, independence, interpersonal skills and problem-solving abilities.
  2. Encourage a commitment to be kind, helpful, responsible, and respectful to others. 
  3. Foster a true sense of inquiry and a love of learning. 
   
Why I Love Teaching:  Everyday is a new experience.  I love watching the kids learn and love the moments when they teach each other.  I especially enjoy those moments when a student finally understands a new skill or teaches ME something new!