09/21/2026
🌟 **ADMIN SPOTLIGHT: Get to know our Assistant Principal!** 🌟
📚 **Educational Background**
**Where did you go to college, and what degrees/certifications did you earn?**
* B.S. Elementary Education — Mississippi State University
* M.S. Educational Leadership — Western Governors University
**What subjects or grade levels did you teach before moving into administration?**
* 2nd (ELA & Math), 3rd (Math), 4th (ELA & Math), Library K-4
**What other roles or schools were you at prior to joining us at [School Name]?**
* Anderson Elementary
**What inspired you to make the leap from classroom teaching into school leadership?**
> What inspired me to make the leap from classroom teaching into school leadership was my desire to help teachers make a difference in the lives of students every single day. I love being able to give a teacher something they can use or just be able to offer them encouragement and support. For me, school leadership is about serving others, building people up, and helping create a school where everyone feels valued, supported, and capable of making a difference and I wanted the opportunity to do just that.
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💙 **The Heart & Purpose**
**What originally drew you to a career in education?**
> Honestly, my path into education was a God moment. I was originally on a completely different career path. I was finishing my bachelor’s degree with plans to go on and specialize in another area and pursue something entirely different. But while I was completing some classroom hours and spending time with students, God made it very clear to me: “This is your mission field. Every day. Every classroom. Reach kids.”
**What is your favorite thing about being part of the AC community?**
> My favorite thing about being part of the AC community is, without a doubt, the people—our students, our faculty and staff, and our leadership. There is something really special about being part of a community that loves its people, believes in its kids, and works together to make a difference. I am so thankful to be a part of AC.
**If you could share one key piece of advice with our students, what would it be?**
> Every day is a day you will never get back, so make it count; Every day is a new day—you can always choose to start again; Every day be someone who makes others feel loved and valued.
**Is there a specific moment in your career that always brings a smile to your face?**
> It’s hard to pick just one moment, but anytime I’ve witnessed a student realize they have accomplished more than they ever thought they could and you can see that genuine pride on their face, watching them discover, “I can do this,” is one of the best parts of education.
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**The Fun Stuff**
**Tell us about yourself outside of school!**
> Outside of school, I love spending time outdoors and with my family. You can usually find me kayaking on a river, hiking in the woods or mountains, biking a trail, running, or getting in a workout at the gym. I also love family game nights and football Sundays at my house – Go Bills! 🦬
**If you weren't in education, what would be your dream career?**
> If I weren’t in education, I think I could really thrive working with the FBI’s Behavioral Analysis Unit. I think working on solving cases would be pretty fascinating.
**How would your former teachers describe you when you were a student?**
> I think my former teachers would describe me as sweet, hard-working, and maybe a little shy. I was also pretty athletic and loved being involved. I was a pretty good kid! I saved all my sass for home time.
**What is your go-to morning caffeine order to get through a busy school day?**
> My go-to morning caffeine is usually coffee, followed by Alani or loaded tea.
**If you had to step up to a karaoke mic right now, what song are you singing?**
> Sweet Caroline every time. It reminds me of one of my favorite memories with my son at a Red Sox game. Also, everyone ALWAYS gets on board and sings along.
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⚡ **Rapid Fire ⚡**
**Early bird or night owl?**
> Night owl for sure, but I have to make myself go to bed b/c I have to wake before the birds to get it all done.
**Podcasts or playlists?**
> Podcasts are wonderful and I love them, but my go to is a good playlist! I must have these playlists on hand at all times: worship, workout, running, fun/sing along, and calming. A good playlist can fix a lot!
**Sweet or salty snacks?**
> Why are we choosing just one? Sweet if I can’t have both!
