Intro
I've been teaching at Wolcott since 2002. I began my teaching career in Tucson, Arizona where I taught for five years. When I got married, my husband Charles and I moved to California where I taught middle school for two years before moving to Connecticut. In addition to fifth grade, I've taught kindergarten, third grade, and second grade at Wolcott and I absolutely love teaching here. My colleagues are amazing, supportive and creative in all that they do; the community is supportive and encouraging and the students are the reason that I teach each day. Everyday I go home with a wonderful story to share. There is simply no place like this anywhere; this is my second home.
Educational Background:
- Northern Arizona University, M.A. in Bilingual/Multicultural Education
- Augustana College, B.A. in Elementary Education and Early Childhood Development
Hobbies & Interests:
When I'm not busy at school I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, hiking, bike riding, reading, baking, and working on my house.
Family:
My talented husband Charles and I have two energetic boys, one very happy little girl and the best and cutest dog in the world, Isis!
Some of My Favorite Children's Books:
- Where the Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak
- What's Wrong Little Pookie by Sandra Boynton
- When We're Together by Claire Freedman and Jane Chapman
- Z for Zachariah by Robert C. O'Brien
- Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing by Judy Blume
Favorite treats:
- homemade cookies
- brownies
- chips and salsa (from AZ)
- yummy homemade pie