I have been teaching in Georgia since 2000 and am so happy to be a part of this wonderful RBES family! I really enjoy being part of the third grade team and truly love this age and stage of development. Most of my experience has been in grades 3-5 in the Clarke and Oconee districts. In addition to my listed degrees and certifications, I have passionately pursued social-emotional learning professional development. I am a Responsive Classroom trained teacher, a certified Yoga Calm Youth Instructor, and a 200-hour trained yoga teacher. Outside of school, I enjoy being outdoors, spending time with family and friends, reading, reflecting, running, and practicing yoga. Educating the "whole child" is my highest priority. I believe social-emotional growth is as important as academic achievement. I encourage and foster the development of healthy habits of mind and self-regulation with my students. A classroom community of acceptance, high expectation, and safety is of utmost importance to me. I look forward to learning and growing with you and your child.