I am so proud to be a Lincoln Lancer and have the opportunity to work with Lincoln's amazing staff, students, and families. As a 5th-generation Fort Collins native, I have had the privilege of seeing both Fort Collins and  Poudre School District grow. I was part of the first class in Poudre School District to welcome students with significant disabilities into the classroom, now called mainstreaming. Having the gift of working with peers of all abilities broadened my understanding of friendship, success, empathy, and cooperation. 

  I am the proud mom of two amazing human beings and one fantastic golden retriever named Dollie. My children grew up in Fort Collins, attended PSD schools, and are now fully grown. I believe I have learned just as much, if not more, from my kids as they have from me. That learning never ends!  When I am not working with students, you can find me reading a good book, whether that be on neuroscience, a novel, or improving my craft as a literacy specialist.  I enjoy adventures near and far, cooking, listening to an eclectic range of music, and taking in the arts whenever I can. 

Most adults don't remember how they learned to read. For students who find reading a challenge, I prioritize building a supportive classroom community, so students feel safe practicing, learning new strategies, making mistakes, and closing their reading gaps. No matter the age, the door to becoming literate should always be open.