I received my bachelor’s degree from St. Catherine’s in St. Paul and a Masters in Education from St. Mary’s University in 2003. This is my 26th year at Saint Rose of Lima Catholic School. I am an innovative teaching professional with a genuine interest in students' cognitive and social growth and am committed to creating a classroom atmosphere that is stimulating and learner centered. I stay actively involved in all areas of education including curriculum development, professional communities, teacher mentoring, and exploring technology. I am a self-driven leader with excellent communication and interpersonal skills who enjoys effectively collaborating with all levels of staff members and fosters quality relationships with students and parents.