I graduated from Diller High School in 1987. I received an Associates Degree in Human Services/Counseling from SCC Lincoln. I then graduated from Peru State College with a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education in 1992. My first teaching position was for Diller Public schools. I taught 5th grade for 8 years and had several coaching duties. We then merged with Odell, and I taught Kindergarten for the next 8 years and 3rd grade for 12 years. I am currently the K-6 Reading and Math Interventionist. I have enjoyed the many roles I have had and of course, the most rewarding would be the many students I have had the pleasure of teaching here at Diller-Odell. I serve on the school MTSS Team, D-OPS, as well as our Reading, EL, and 504 Coordinator for the elementary building.

My husband, Russell, and I have a beef/dairy farm near Hollenberg, Kansas. We have two daughters, JoLynn and Jenna. I have published a children's book. I enjoy reading, traveling to visit family, reading, and going for walks.