Praise Notes

I have been teaching since 1993 and have mostly taught Band, but some Choir, Guitar, Percussion Ensemble, and General Music along the way. I have also been on the worship team either as leader or member at whatever church I have attended.

I have always felt extremely fortunate to teach the same students from middle school through high school and share in something that they love! When you are with students for 8 years, you can't help but get to know them and have a deep relationship with not only the student, but with the family as well. My students know that I love them dearly but I also hold them to a high standard not only musically, but morally as well. We make mistakes together but at the end of the day, hopefully we have lived corem Deo!!!!!

1997 Teacher Leadership Technology Grant My HS Concert and Jazz Bands have always received a superior or excellent rating at festivals and contests. One of the biggest highlights of my career was being able to work with composer Christopher Tin on a piece for my combined ensembles.

1993: Bachelor of Music from Western Washington University; 1998: Master of Music from Central Washington University; 2014: Residency Principals Certificate from Western Washington University

I have spent my entire career teaching in Washington State. I spent 24 years in the public schools and since 2017 have taught in a small private Christian School - and honestly since making the switch, I have never been happier or more satisfied with my career!!!