I am thrilled to be part of the Olds Elementary community again this year! This is my 8th year as a Fred Olds mom, and I am also proud to be in my 9th year of teaching. I graduated from Appalachian State University and began my career in education, teaching for 8 years before moving into corporate training. In January 2023, I returned to the classroom, where my heart has always been.

This year, our 5th-grade team is departmentalizing, and I am excited to focus on English Language Arts and all-block instruction. My goal is to inspire students to embrace reading—not only as a tool for learning but also as a source of joy. I believe in building a classroom community where students support one another, show respect, and feel confident taking risks.

Outside of school, I enjoy reading, taking long walks, and being with my friends. I love making memories and spending time with my three children, ages 14, 11, and 7, my husband, and our two wild dogs. I’m so excited for another wonderful year at Olds!