Biographical Information

• Born in Davenport, Iowa
• Hobbies include drawing, painting, dancing, theatre, and travel

Educational Background

• Grandview University - AA Degree
• Arizona State University - BFA (Graphic Design)
• Chapman University - MA (Curriculum and Instruction)

Professional Experience

• Art Teacher at Apollo High School
• Department Chair
• Art Club Sponsor
• Signatures Sponsor (Literary and Fine Arts Publication)
• Hawk Talk Editor (School Newsletter)

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all district art shows, concerts, festivals, and symposiums
• Develop instructional materials and strategies for the visual and performing arts
• Facilitate district assessments
• Coordinate professional development workshops

Honors

• Achievement Above All Awards (Teacher of the Year, Club of the Year)
• Congressional Art Show Awards (2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008)
• Best High School Art Teacher Award (Maricopa County Fair)
• 3 Time Nomination for Who's Who in America's Teachers