I am a single mom of 3- Theresa (23), Grace (16), and Jacob (14).  I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, working out, hiking, reading, and playing games. I am a huge animal lover and have 2 dogs, 3 cats, and a guinea pig. I am looking forward to a great year with all of you!

This is my 15th year of teaching here at Parkland!  I love teaching language arts, and I really enjoy working with you 7th graders! 

In addition to teaching, I coach Cross Country at McHenry High School, the McHenry Youth Running Club in the summer, and the Parkland Winter Running Club during the winter! I'm a dog mom to my adorable and sweet pitty puppy, Buddha. In my free time I like to run, hike, workout, garden, read, and travel. 

I'm looking forward to our year together! 

Hello 7 Blue Vikings!! This is my 12th year teaching and 8th year teaching Science at Parkland. I graduated from Trinity Christian College then went back to school to get endorsed in Science. I just finished my masters in Teacher Leadership last school year. I love teaching Science and getting nerdy/having fun with it! I am married and have a cute doggo named Dessi. We had our son, Ethan, May of this 2024. I am excited to get to know everyone and navigate this adventure together.