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    I cannot wait for an exciting new year!  Here's just a little bit about me....
     
    I've been teaching since 1997. I completed my bachelor's degree from Georgia State University summa cum laude in 1997 and my master's degree from Central Michigan University summa cum laude in 2004. I absolutely LOVE teaching!  I've taught kindergarten, first, second, third, and fourth grade. I taught in Clayton County 1997 to 2003 and was named Teacher of the Year in 2002. I began teaching in Henry County in 2003 and was named Teacher of the Year in 2007.  I have been with Rocky Creek since we opened in 2009 and plan to be a RACER until I retire!
     
     I have 2 sons, Marshal and Mitchel.  Marshal is 21 years old and Mitchel is 19 years old.  I also have 1 precious grandson who is 3 months old. 
     
     My favorites:  
    Color: turquoise
    Season: Fall
    Place: the Mountains
    Candy: York Patties, Snickers, Rolos
    Food/Snack: Italian, Mexican, Cracker Barrel, fruits, trail mix, popcorn
    Drink: coffee, Diet Dr. Pepper, Diet Coke
    Reading/movies: suspense, inspirational, true stories

    Hobbies/Interests: fishing, camping, boating, walking trails, kayaking, Skydiving, cooking, canning, reading, painting, watching movies, taking cruises, going to the beach, mountains in the fall & winter, and FAMILY!

     
    What would I be if not a teacher? A nurse 
     
    Interesting Facts: 
    We lived "tiny-home" living for 11 months while we built our house!  A family of 4 in a 30ft travel trailer camper living through 3 hurricanes, snow & ice storms, and lots of days of frozen water/no power!
    I grew up on the racetrack!  My step-dad raced pure alcohol dragsters. I spent many years hanging out in the garage learning about engines and helping the pit crew on the racetrack.
    I moved around a lot due to the Air Force. So many schools!
    I am the oldest of 6 children.
    I have acted in TV shows filmed in Atlanta. It was a fun experience before college!
    I began skydiving in my 40's and wished I'd begun sooner!
    I love line dancing! You might even catch me dancing with the students if you peak into our classroom.