*13 years in public education; 8 in HS, 5 in MS, 2 as curriculum specialist *Highly qualified 5-12, Language Arts *Highly qualified 5-12, Public Speaking *Specializing in Student Leadership/Civics

*Student as worker *Formative assessments *Love and Logic

OAEA Distinguished Service Outside the Profession Award (Oregon Art Education Association)2008

*BA Human Communication, Southern Oregon State College, 1993 *MS Secondary Education, Southern Oregon State College, 1997 *Educational Administration certification, Portland State University, 2007

Motivating students has been a fulfilling practice in my 12 years in public education. My materials are particularly helpful with at-risk populations. I've written all my materials to be of high educational value while allowing students more creative choice. It feels great to hear students say, "This is fun"! Everyone learns, and classroom management issues are drastically reduced. I know you'll enjoy my products as well.