This is my 18th year of teaching.  I've taught 1st-5th grades over that time but have been teaching 5th grade for the past 7 years.  Teaching is my passion.  I love to work with kids and see the excitement as they learn new things.  Each day is filled with something new.  I am a mom to 4 girls: 9, 6, 3, and 5 months old.  Outside of school, I enjoy reading books and spending time with my family.