BA: Social Services 1980. San Jose State University San Jose, California

Post Baccalaureate Teacher Education Secondary 2002, University of Phoenix Phoenix, Arizona

Professional Development Training: --Family & Consumer Sciences Education --Life Connections & Middle School --Arizona Career & Technical Education

Certifications: Arizona Secondary, 2002 ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification, 2005 Heartsaver AED: Adult CPR & AED/Child CPR & AED/Infant CPR, 2008

Memberships: Association for Career and Technical Education of Arizona Chandler Education Foundation Arizona Education Association FCCLA

Classes taught at Hamilton High: Culinary Arts 1

Total Years Teaching Experience: 5

Years at Hamilton:5

Hamilton Extracurricular Activities: Interact Club and FCCLA Sponsor

Philosophy: Teaching requires a love of humanity, a belief in the human spirit, a dedication to excellence, and a resolve to make a difference in the lives of others.