I was born and raised in Iowa. I received my degree from Iowa State University in Elementary Education with a minor in Special Education. I have taught in Iowa, Nebraska and now in Kansas.  I have taught for 30 years all in Special Education.  I first taught at Wakarusa Elementary until it closed and then moved to Sunflower Elementary and have taught here ever since.

I have 2 sons.  One is at K State University and one is in High School.