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Plano, Texas, United States
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I have 20+ years of teaching high school students in Art, Sculpture, Social Studies (World, US, Texas History/Govt/Economics, Psychology, and Geography) and Secondary ELAR. Since most of my time is dedicated to working with students with special learning needs, I recognize the importance of having additional study aids to enhance the learning process. In addition to teaching in the classroom, I have worked as an In-Home Parent Trainer, a district Curriculum Writer, and coordinator of various programs that support both students and families in their post-secondary lives.
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Preview of The Treaty of Versailles—The Deal That Was not Designed to Heal

The Treaty of Versailles—The Deal That Was not Designed to Heal

This worksheet supports both secondary World History and ELAR. The topic is WW1 and the Treaty of Versailles that forced Germany to accept full responsibility for the war and the destruction it caused throughout Europe as a condition of their surrender. But it also gives students the opportunity to identify text evidence that supports the main idea that the treaty was utilized as a form of punishment than a vehicle for peace.
Preview of The Treaty of Versailles—The Deal That Was not Designed to Heal

The Treaty of Versailles—The Deal That Was not Designed to Heal

The worksheet supports comprehension of the realities of the Treaty of Versailles that forced Germany into economic and morale ruin as well as builds the ELA skill of identifying text evidence that supports the main idea.
Preview of Art Techniques, Terms, and Practice Resources

Art Techniques, Terms, and Practice Resources

This set of flash cards are so much more than resources for memorization of content; they provide demonstrations via YouTube videos, opportunities to practice the featured painting activities, and associated art history.
Preview of Animal Farm by George Orwell Comprehension Packet

Animal Farm by George Orwell Comprehension Packet

Animal Farm by George Orwell is a cautionary tale of revolution gone wrong and the age-old issue of the oppressed becoming the oppressors. It is a story that hearkens back to various periods in history when power corrupts those in a position to reform. From the Jacobins and their Reign of Terror to the Bolsheviks of the Russian Revolution, newfound power and influence in the wrong hands can turn a sad social existence into a miserable one. This is the message of Orwell's tale of animals that tak
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Experience

I have 20+ years of teaching high school students in Art, Sculpture, Social Studies (World, US, Texas History/Govt/Economics, Psychology, and Geography) and Secondary ELAR. Since most of my time is dedicated to working with students with special learning needs, I recognize the importance of having additional study aids to enhance the learning process. In addition to teaching in the classroom, I have worked as an In-Home Parent Trainer, a district Curriculum Writer, and coordinator of various programs that support both students and families in their post-secondary lives.

Teaching style

I strongly support and practice Project Based Learning, as well as use the Universal Design for Learning in classrooms that support a wide variety of learners.

Awards & shining teacher moments

PTA Golden Leaf Award--1997 Campus Teacher of the Year Nominee--2010 Doctoral dissertation registered with the US Library of Congress--2019 Fusion Academy EPIC! Educator Award--2023 Marquis Who's Who Inductee--2024

My own education history

Masters in Curriculum and Instruction from Concordia University--2015 Doctorate in Education/Instructional Leadership, Concordia--2019

Additional biographical information

I have been with my partner, Bob, for 32 years and we have three grown children together: Ian, Macey, and Regan and one grandson, Diam. I also have six fur babies: Mickey, Minnie, Murray, Keechi, Luna, and Walter. My favorite activity as an educator outside of working with children is writing and illustrating children's books in addition to developing curriculum. My favorite thing in the entire world is being at home with my family and cooking for them.