BA: Elementary Education,
1991, Arizona State University,
Tempe, Arizona
MAEd: Secondary Education,
1997, Northern Arizona University,
Flagstaff, Arizona
Certification for School Administration through Northern Arizona University.
Certifications:
Arizona Elementary K-8
Arizona Secondary General Science 7-12
Middle School 5-8
Classes taught at Hamilton High School:
-Honors Biology (grade 9)
-Honors Science Research (grades 10-12)
-Biotechnology
Total Years Teaching Experience: 15
Years at Hamilton High: 9 (since its inception)
Other Activities:
CUSD Science Fair Director (HISEF)
9th Grade Honors Team
A+ School Team
Intel ISEF Academy Leader
Philosophy: Every child can learn given the opportunity for success.
Awards/Honors:
-Phi Delta Kappa "Distinguished Educator Award" 1995
-Sun Lakes Rotary "Teacher of Year" 1998-1999
-America West Airlines & Phoenix Suns "Arizona Educator Award" 1999/2000
-Central Arizona Regional Science and Engineering Fair "Teacher Recognition Award" 2000
-Arizona School Board Association "Golden Bell Award" 2001/2002
-Intel "Science Innovator of Year" 2003
-Arizona Department of Education "Star of Arizona Education" 2003
