I am originally from Indiana, where I received my BA in Child Development/Early Childhood Education. I have over 13 years of hands on experience working with children and their families both in professional and personal settings. I have a deep-rooted passion for play based learning that enhances holistic development, with a particular interest in optimizing child learning environments.

My husband’s job brought us to Texas in 2017. We have been blessed to be able to send both of our children to Shady Oak for their preschool years. There is no doubt that Shady Oak has made a positive impact on all of our lives, especially our children who are the embodiment of what it means to be a “Shady Oak Kid.”