I was born and raised in California; moved to the San Ramon valley in 1968.  I attended San Ramon High School in Danville and California State University, Hayward ( now East Bay).  While in college I competed on the women’s gymnastic team.  Earned my degree in kinesiology and physical education and single-subject credential at CSUH.

            I have always been interested in sports, dance and movement.  I knew I wanted to become a teacher when I first taught tumbling to students at St. Isidore’s when I was a junior in high school.  Teaching seems to run in my family as my brother, sister, husband, and brother-in-law are all educators!

            My professional objectives/goals are to teach and promote wellness, skill acquistion, healthy lifestyles/techniques.  To develop cardiovascular endurance, knowledge of sports, dance, exercise, an understanding of motion, movement; how our bodies work most efficiently.  To develop and understanding of the purposes and benefits of exercise.  To help students learn how to set goals and make healthy choices.

I have taught at the following schools:
            Stone Valley Middle School-  1984- present
            Charlotte Wood Middle School- 1983-84
            Los Cerros Middle School,  1982-83, 1979-81
            Los Cerros / Stone Valley,  1981-82
            Monte Vista High School,  1977-79
            St. Perpetua’s School, Lafayette, 1976-77

Coaching Experience:
            Track and volleyball, Stone Valley Middle School
            Head gymnastics coach- Monte Vista High School, 1981
            Track- jumps coach, Monte Vista High School,  1977-79
            Head Varsity women’s volleyball, Monte Vista High School,  1977-81
            Gymnastic assistant coach, San Ramon High School, 1975-76

            Besides sports I have many other interests.  One is my family.  I have three children, Jennifer, Danny, and Michael.  I have one granddaughter, Sophia.  I enjoy spending time with my family, friends , and pets.  Some of my favorite places are Tahoe, the beach, Maui, and Disneyland.  Other hobbies include yoga, reading, photography, music, gardening and travel.

Philosophy           
            I enjoy teaching and learning with my students.  I acknowledge each person as unique, deserving of kindness.  Each student has gifts, capabilities, and talents.

My job is encourage their growth not only as a student but as a human being.