About Me
I was born and raised in Central Florida and graduated from Florida State University with a degree in Elementary Education. I later earned a master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction. This will be my 22nd year in education and my 17th year as a gifted education teacher. Outside of the classroom, I'm a mom to Jon (14), Leah (12), and two lovable basset hounds, Charlie and Sugar.
Fun Facts
- I am an avid reader (and I try my best to keep up with Mrs. Menendez). I read around 35-40 books a year.
- My family and I love to travel. Both of my children had passports before their first birthday.
- I love black jellybeans!
Quick Picks
Sweet or Salty? Sweet
Coffee or Tea? Tea
Donuts or Bagels? Donuts
Books or Movies? Books
Allergies? None
Some of My Favorites
Restaurants: First Watch, Fresh Kitchen, Chicken Salad Chick
Fast Food: Chick-fil-a, Chipotle, Culvers
Snacks: Dot's pretzels, Cheez-its
Beverage: Coke Zero, Dr. Pepper Zero
Sweet Treat: 100 Grand, Twix, Mentos Pure White Gum
Stores: Target, Amazon
Books/Authors: Kobi Yamada, Peter Reynolds
Colors: Turquoise, Teal, Navy
Animals: Basset Hound (I have 2!)
Flowers/Plants: Pothos, monstera, snake plants
Sports Teams: Florida State Seminoles
Others: Eucalyptus Mint / Stress Relief products from Bath & Body Works
Weekends: Travel softball for my daughter Leah, swim meets for my son Jon, traveling, boating, or gardening
Why I Chose Education
I have always been curious about the world, and even as an adult, I still enjoy learning new things. I wanted to become an educator so that I could foster that same curiosity and love of learning in my students.