Welcome! 

My teaching  career started right here in Avon 15 years ago.  I taught 1st grade at Maple Elementary prior to transferring to Cedar Elementary.  During my 11 years of teaching 1st grade, I found I loved working with special needs students and was interested in a career in special education.  I returned to Ball State University, where I earned my undergrad teaching degree and earned a Master's degree in Special Education with an emphasis in Autism and ABA therapy.  

I was fortunate to work as a mild special education teacher at an online virtual school for two years, which allowed me to become familiar with the dynamic needs of special education programs while taking care of a family member.  However, my heart always belonged to the Cedar students, families, and staff and I was delighted when I was able to return to Cedar in 2016 to join the special education team!

I enjoy working with grade level teachers and staff to make my student's experiences at Cedar meaningful and fun!