Undergraduate Degree:University of Northern Iowa- Bachelor in Arts, Middle School Teaching

Graduate Degree:Morningside College- Master of Arts Teaching, Education of the Gifted and Talented

I am a voracious reader. I average approximately 100 books a year and I have way too many books on my to-be-read shelf. Sharing book recommendations with others is one of my favorite things to do! I am also very passionate about reducing my footprint. In the last couple of years, I have made many switches to plastic or waste free options to help lessen the amount of garbage I produce. This is a huge passion area of mine and I love researching and learning about new ways to reduce my footprint. I also love spending time with my dog, Simone. She is a senior Lhasa Apso rescue and she is my world. She has a strong personality, but I wouldn't want it any other way. Some other hobbies of mine include handlettering, watching movies, long walks at Target, and listening to podcasts.