I teach the Alternative Education class at the elementary. Days can be challenging but so unbelievably rewarding! I started teaching at Mansfield in the fall of 2021. I have loved being back home and fulfilling the promises I made to myself when I was a little girl. 

Previously I worked in the Fort Smith district for a few years as a Special Education Paraprofessional and an Interventionist Paraprofessional. I loved being part of such a great team and all the people that I met. It was an incredible experience that prepared me well beyond what I could’ve imagined. 

Some folks might remember me from my Hobby Lobby days, I was there for over a decade so you know I don’t mind a little glitter! 

I have three children. My son Kaden is 13 now, in the 8^th grade, loves the military and is mostly a tech/roblox/gaming kind of guy. My whirly girlies, Maebree and Vivia have energy everlasting. Maebree is almost eight, starting 2^nd grade this year and a force of nature with iron will. She loves volleyball, cheer, and completing challenges from youtube. Vivia is 5 years old and just started Kindergarten. She’s the tiny, sparkly dancer that dreams of unicorns and marshmallows.They keep me running to band, cheer, gymanstics and all the places in between. I love being their mama!

When I’m not teaching, I’m taking classes or trying to learn something new. I love to read but I spend most of my down time searching pinterest, google or youtube, trying out recipes, crafts, creating plans or teaching materials. The closest thing I have to a hobby is a never ending pile of laundry and dishes. Aside from that, I spend all my time with my children and family. You probably won’t ever catch me using social media, I’m not a fan. So, say hi when you see me out and about, I love to meet new people and see old friends!