PERSONAL DATA:  I was born March 20th in Victoria, Texas.  This is where I was born and raised.  I have two wonderful children; Sarah who is a senior and Zachary who is a sophmore at Lee High School.  We have a dog named "Tofu"; he is a fox terrier.  We (actually Sarah . . .) have/has a cat named "Venus"; she is solid black with an attitude!  The dog and cat take turns chasing and jumping out at each other!  I like going to Galveston during the summer, shopping, singing, listening to music, and many other things.  I like to try new things such as para-sailing, skydiving and hot-air ballooning.

EDUCATION:   I graduated from the University of Houston/Victoria Campus in 1988 with a B.S. in Education.  This is a branch of UofH, only it is in Victoria, Texas.  I completed my college after I had two children and a divorce; therefore, I am the perfect person to speak with if you are considering putting college off for any amount of time ! !  When I graduated, I had a 1 & 3 year old AND a 4.0 GPA.

EXPERIENCE:  I have taught in Victoria, Sheldon, and in Baytown.  I have taught grades kindergarten through 12th grade.  The majority of my experience is in the elementary school setting.  I am presently teaching a self-contained class of fifth graders.  One of their favorite things is doing our science labs on Fridays.  I have been the math team leader, and I am the district coordinator for Oral Reading U.I.L.     I am our school's liaison with our Partner in Education (Baytown Olefins Plant/Exxon).  

 I worked last summer during two of the T.A.S. sessions and thoroughly enjoyed myself.  I am very delighted to be returning this year!  I will be with the red team and I can't wait to meet all of you.  Until then . . . think MARS ! !