Defining Moment in my education: I became a teacher after my children were grown.  I worked in restaurant management, very similar to education but with a brutal

work schedule.  I did volunteer tutoring at a high school and enjoyed the teaching experience.  It was time for a career change.

Core Educational Belief: Everyone has the right and obligation to reach their greatest potential, and education will help them do it.

Prior Experience: History,science, math and language arts teacher @ Thomas M. Cooley High and Western International High in Detroit, Michigan. Teacher @ Cholla High

School.

Other Accomplishments:Married my childhood sweerheart.  Raised my children to become responsible parents and professionals. Learned to take care of things one day at a time!