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Theatre as an art form challenges creativity, and cultivates an environment of courage, kindness, helpfulness, and thankfulness. I believe there is a place for everyone in my classroom as well as on the stage. You just have to take the opportunities given to you to fly. "With all there is, why settle for just a piece of sky?" - Barbra Streisand

I was born and raised in Culiacan, Sinaloa, Mexico. I've taught English and Spanish in Mexico and the United States in grades 1 to 12. The Dual Immersion program in California showed me the many advantages of bilingual education. During my free time, I enjoy cooking, dancing, and singing. I love to practice different languages from around the world while traveling. This is my third year at Pine Lake Prep sharing the journey with a lovely community, inspiring staff, and very talented students. Let's change the world through global learning!

A gift I was born with is best described as teaching. I am an artist, maker, teacher, coach, partner, problem solver, mentor, and friend who feels that life is about connection. I’m well versed in gaining insight from unsuspecting resources and life experiences. My teaching super power is  that I learn in front of my audience, making students feel safe when vulnerable. I find authentic reasons to praise, (and do so often). 

Statements you may hear me say, “Have an opinion, but be sure it’s an educated one.” I feel that diversity is to be discovered, considered, discussed, and studied in the art culture and we do so by “Reading” works of art before judgment. It is through foreign (and familiar) fundamentals that we lead, and are led, to newfound awareness that encourages connection and confidence in our human family. 

Technique and fundamentals are incorporated into layered thoughtful exercises in class. 

Favorite Quotes:

1- “EARTH WITHOUT ART IS JUST… EH.” ~Unknown

2- “A line is a dot that went for a walk.” ~Paul Klee

I firmly believe that learning never ends. I try to instill the same values in my students and help them discover more about themselves, others, and the world around them through literature. My goal is for students to determine that learning is fun, exciting, and an adventure!

My philosophy on education is that all students can learn when given access to the tools they need to succeed.

Growing up I was always "that" student helping the teachers, organizing materials, or working with other students who needed help.  As I grew older this passion for helping grew into a passion for education.  After highschool I knew I wanted to work as an educator and attended Appalachian State University.  Since then I have worked with preschoolers through middle schoolers and all the way to coaching teachers in instruction.  With all of this, I have realized that my passion lies in keeping the spark of learning alive at all ages.  I am excited to bring this passion to PLP and share my love of learning with students/families here!