I grew up in Westminster, Maryland until I was 10 and then lived in Williston, Vermont. I attended Maranatha Baptist University in Watertown, Wisconsin and graduated in 2010 with a Bachelor of Science in English Education. While in college, I joined the United States Air National Guard, one of the part-time branches of the Air Force. I have been a proud member of the military for 15 years and currently work 1 weekend per month at the 145th Airlift Wing in Charlotte, NC. I began my teaching career in 2010 as a 6th grade Language Arts teacher at Davis Drive Middle School in Cary and then taught 6th and 7th grade Language Arts at Wendell Middle School in Wendell. While at Wendell Middle, I coached both football and baseball. I completed my Administrative Internship at Brooks Museums Magnet Elementary School in Raleigh and graduated from NC State University with a Master of School Administration in May 2017. I served as Assistant Principal of York Elementary School in Raleigh from August 2017 until October 2021 when I started as the principal at Harris Creek.

My wife's name is Jenni and my son's name is Clark. I love playing golf and pickleball, woodworking, and listening to engaging podcasts.

I am a North Carolina native with over 17 years of experience in education with Wake County Public Schools. I have had the honor of serving in many roles over this time, such as a Lead Elementary School Counselor, Counselor Coordinator, and Instructional Specialist at the school district level. I am proud to be the Assistant Principal of Harris Creek Elementary School. I received dual Master’s degrees in Sociology and Counseling from North Carolina Central University in Durham, N.C. Go Eagles! I completed my Administrative Internship in 2020 at Harris Creek Elementary School and graduated from The University of North Carolina Greensboro with a Post-Master’s License in School Administration.

I practice building my self-care with resources that bring me joy. Some of those resources are reading, walking, and shopping. I also enjoy spending quality time with my husband, Gary and two daughters Morgan and Maya, who I often refer to as my M&M’s.

My educational philosophy is: “ I believe that ALL students have the ability to work to their fullest potential with equitable access to resources and support.” It is also my goal to create, as well as build upon, a positive school climate for ALL students and staff. I look forward to working with you and your family to build a strong partnership.