Welcome to 12CP British Literature! This is an unprecedented year and I am both excited and anxious to make sure I provide you with an exceptional experience and prepare you for your next step! Please remember that we are all in this learning curve together! It is imperative that you sign up to REMIND - it will be your direct communication link to me. My colleagues tease me because I never leave my classroom! I try to make myself available as much as possible. With no class to pop into, it is important that we communicate via text, email, or Zoom! I'm looking forward to a great year!
Educational Mission: "To be an educational leader who motivates young adults through modeling and empowerment and who equips others to move from knowledge into action."
Education:
2009 - Pepperdine Graduate School of Education and Psychology MS - Educational Leadership Administrative California Credential
2003 - California Lutheran University Clear CLAD Single Subject Credential - English
1998 - California Lutheran University Clear CLAD Multiple Subject Credential - Elementary
1996 - California Lutheran University BA - Liberal Studies - Emphasis in English Literature
Career:
2009 - Current: Newbury Park High School, English Teacher, 12CP/11IB
2013 - 2015: Pepperdine University, Adjunct Professor, MAE Program
2007-2009: Curriculum Development Specialist; Options for Youth Charter School
2005-2007: Westlake High School, English Teacher CP/Honors/Standard
2000-2005: West Valley Christian School, English Teacher CP/Honors/English Chair
1995-2000: Trinity Christian School, 5th/6th Grade Teacher
Fun Facts:
I love to read! Duh!
I am a Harry Potter nut and my dream job would be to work at Hogwarts!
I married my high school sweetheart - 31 years together - 23 married!
I have two beautiful daughters - Maddy (16) and Elly (13) - they are my world!
I truly believe that being a teacher is the best job next to MOM and WIFE!