"I love playing music because it is so satisfying, stretching, enlightening, and so much more. Being able to play an instrument is a lifelong skill that gives people belonging, identity, personal satisfaction, and a means of self-expression. It takes years of practice, patience, and dedication to develop skills, and I love seeing my students improve and grow their confidence over time, increasing their ability to learn, problem solve, and be expressive."

Fun Fact #1 — I am very good at jigsaw puzzles.

Fun Fact #2 — I have 8 chickens who live in a chicken palace in my backyard that my husband built and I painted.

Fun Fact #3 — A few of my favorite movies are: Oh Brother, Where Art Thou, Waking Ned Divine, So I Married an Axe Murderer, and The Princess Bride.

I choose to work at NOVA because I love middle school, I love my students, and I love music!