About Me
In 1991, I was lucky enough to move into Kirkwood with my two young boys, drawn to the stellar schools and neighborhood feel. I taught high school English for 15 years, my last six at Kirkwood High School, and my boys and my stepchildren went all through Kirkwood schools, graduating from Kirkwood High School in 2003, 2004, 2006 and 2008. While they were students, I was active in the PTO and other district events. Now, I am finishing up my second mayor-appointed term on the City of Kirkwood Human Rights Commission and also serve as a Court Appointed Special Advocate for children in the Foster Care System.
In both my personal and professional life and in my volunteer service, I have been focused on children--protecting them, empowering them, supporting them. I hope to continue that work as a member of the Kirkwood School Board. I know the importance of hiring and retaining great teachers, and I know that parents are our partners in everything we do. Finally, I understand the responsibility of the School Board to be good stewards of the funds provided by the passing of Prop R in April 2021.
I believe that it takes a village and that we are lucky to live in a village such as Kirkwood. As a village, we must listen to one another, understand our differences, and try to find common ground. At the end of the day, my priority will always be what is best for the children.
EDUCATION:
- Masters in Ed. from Washington University, May 1998
- Bachelor of Arts in English and Education from University of Wisconsin-Madison, December 1982
TEACHING EXPERIENCE:
- Kirkwood High School (2001-2006)
- Taught Advanced Placement English Literature, Freshman Language and Composition, Honors Freshman Language and Composition, and American Literature
- Was in charge of English Department Budget and Books from 2004-2006
- Served as Faculty Rep to the PTO
- McCluer North High School, Florissant, MO (1994-2001)
- Pioneered the Advanced Placement English Program
- Served on the Professional Improvement Committee
- Helped develop the A+ Program Curriculum
- Was the Supervising/Cooperating teacher for three student teachers
- James Madison Memorial High School, Madison, WI (1984-1987)
- Developed 12th grade English curriculum
- Developed Journalism elective curriculum