My Hometown
Iowa City, Iowa

How I Came to BlueSky
I had been teaching for more than ten years, and had recently completed my Master’s Degree in Special Education. I was looking for a school where I was given the flexibility and opportunities to make the most of the experience I already had, as well as challenge me in new ways to continue to grow as a teacher.

My Passions as an Educator
Building amazing relationships with my students, helping them grow in their learning and understanding of themselves. Fostering critical thinking skills, positive self-regard, and curiosity about our world.

My Passions and Hobbies
I love being outdoors- especially foraging for mushrooms and edible wild plants, looking for agates, collecting antlers, etc.! I also love drawing, camping, and spending time with my husband and our two rat terriers.

Education
B.A., Elementary Education with a Science Specialization, University of Iowa, Iowa City
M.A., Special Education with an EBD focus, St. Mary’s University, Minneapolis