I am so very proud to say that I am an Okie from Muskogee, Oklahoma, that is!!! I’ve always had a passion for teaching and learning, ever since I was very young. Throughout my years in education, I have truly fallen in love with not only teaching children but helping adults grow as educational leaders as well. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Education degree from Langston University, located in Langston, Oklahoma, in 2005. I received my Masters of Education Administration degree from Concordia University at Austin in 2011. I have worked in various roles within education for over 20 years. In 2005, my daughter (who is 25 now, married, a mommy to my sweet Peachy Brown, and teaching 5th grade) and I moved to North Dallas where I began the start of my teaching career as a Texas Educator. I had the pleasure of teaching 3rd grade for many years before being promoted to a Campus Reading Specialist (Certified Literacy Coach) and Instructional Coach and now as an Assistant Principal for 8 years. I served as a Campus Instructional Coach (Curriculum Admin) where I worked with all grade levels Pre-K-5th and all teachers on developing the best consistent teaching practices for all students in all curricular areas. I served in that role for 3 years and enjoyed every minute of it. Upon entering my 20th year of education, I am elated to be a part of a dynamic district and amazing schools where we are dedicated to making sure that all students are succeeding . My goal each year is to learn more, grow myself and others and serve our wonderful community. I want to help continue the work that we as Educators do heartfelt day in and day out for all of our scholars! Be AMAZING!

Quote: Maya Angelou

"My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style.” "If you don't like something, change it. If you can't change it, change your attitude." "It's one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself: to forgive.