I was born and raised in St. George and have a true passion for literacy. That passion was fostered early in my life as I grew to love reading and writing, despite struggling with both in elementary school. It continued to grow as I studied English and tutored students in literacy throughout my college career. I genuinely love to read, write, and discuss ideas, but that wasn't always true for me. It wasn't until intermediate school that I discovered that joy, and I hope to help my students discover it too. I also love the place we call home and am excited to share that appreciation with students in our Utah Studies class.

My family knows me as something of a hobby collector because I love trying new things! Whether I'm sewing, hiking, woodcarving, knitting, drawing, crocheting, or picking up a brand-new skill, I'm always eager to learn. I bring that same enthusiasm into the classroom by creating opportunities for students to explore, discover, and try new things alongside me.