A graduate of the University of Redlands, I have a B.A. in Multiple Subjects Education and a Supplementary Authorization to teach English through 9th grade. Additionally, I have a M.A. Ed. with a Counseling Credential (P.P.S), as well as GATE certification. Furthermore, I have taken many other classes for Continuing Education from several universities.  I have been teaching for over 25 years, and have always taught in grades 6th through 8th.  My time in the Redlands Unified School District has been spent at Beattie Middle School and Cope Middle School. It is an honor to work with children at such a pivotal time in their lives.  I'm married and have 5 children who have taught me a great deal.  My favorite things are spending time with my family, cooking, boating, interacting with animals of all kinds, fishing, hiking, gardening, and welcoming autumn and winter.