Mrs. Sachs holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Secondary Education, with a major emphasis in Home Economics, Foods and Nutrition, and Child Development.  She also holds a clear credential in Health Science.  In addition to education, Mrs. Sachs also has a background in business focusing on nutrition food services for in-house child care facilities and restaurants.

When not working, Mrs. Sachs is an avid reader,enjoys cooking and gardening, is the mother of 3 adult children, and shares her home with a variety of pets, including dogs, cats, and an amazon parrot.