I grew up in New York on a farm.  I really like animals and plants.  During undergrad at SUNY Plattsburgh, I decided to pursue a degree in Biology and Education.  I ended up graduating with a double major.  I stayed on in Plattsburgh to work and to finish my Masters in Education with a specialization in Administration and Supervision.  While getting my masters I was working as a Lab assistant and decided to do further studies in Molecular Genetics at the University of South Carolina.  In Graduate school, I taught numerous classes. I have taught both at USC and Midlands Technical College for many years.   I began teaching at Irmo High in the Fall of 2001.  This year will be my 31st year as a teacher.

Currently, I am involved in a number of organizations promoting the environment and education.  I am very passionate about public education and I am so glad that I have the privilege of teaching in such a great community.