I graduated from the University of North Carolina at Asheville in 1995 with a degree in Psychology and K-6 Teacher Certification.  I began my teaching career at Rutherfordton Elementary in August 1995.  I taught 5th grade for 2 years and 3rd grade for 11 years before assuming the role of Assistant Principal in August 2008.  I received my Masters in School Administration from Gardner Webb University in August 2008.