K-12 Music, third grade, sixth grade, second grade, kindergarten (for the past 15 years), songwriter, pianist, recording original music for early literacy classroom use

Research shows that young children retain information better when music and movement are used daily in the classroom. Children who have fun while learning are more likely to remember what has been experienced through music.

Member of Delta Kappa Gamma International, Xi Chapter

B.S. in Education from Missouri State University, B.S., in Early Childhood from Missouri State University

Having been a pianist and musician all of my life, I knew it would partner well with teaching. I use the music I record every day in my classroom, and so do many other teachers across the country. These teachers have found my music beneficial in teaching young children.