Origins and Education:

In 1955 I was born in Edmond, Oklahoma and attended Oklahoma State University, earning an  undergraduate degree in Biology with a Teaching Certificate.  Several years later I returned to OSU to earn an MBA.  Several years ago I enrolled at UGA, completing several on-line courses to earn  Special Education certification. 

Careers:

I taught Middle School Science for several years in Dallas, Texas then began a career in Medical Sales and Sales Training, eventually transferring to Salt Lake City, Utah.  Several years later I made another career change to Human Resources management and employee development.  I moved to the Atlanta area in 2001 to work for another medical manufacturer, a consulting firm and a start-up company, before deciding that it was time to return to teaching.  I joined the Parkview Special Education department in 2004 where I have taught Science, Math and Study Skills classes. 

Hobbies and Interests:

My interests include scuba diving, skiing, snow-shoeing and hiking as well as reading, movies, pottery and pastels.  I also enjoy traveling; my trips have taken me to Greece, Fiji, Ireland, Tahiti, Canada, the Caribbean and 43 States in the U.S. including Alaska. I have two cats, Jasmine and Sassie, a niece and nephew and, the newest addition to our family, my Grand-nephew Barrett (on the Homepage).  I am a member of St. Edward's Episcopal Church, serving on the Vestry and in the Choir (2^nd Alto).