I am a graduate of Auburn University (Master's degree) and holds 4 teaching certificates in Special Education, Elementary Education and Visual Arts. I am currently beginning my 23rd year in education, having taught pre-k through 12th grade in her career.  I work for AIEA (Alabama Institute for Education in the Arts) in the summer and teaches visual arts at art camps.  I have received multiple grants through Target Field Trip Grant Program, ING UnSung Heroes (Alabama state winner) and BCEF, totaling over $12,000 in supplies for SMES students. My teaching career has allowed me to earn a 110% teacher award from HCHS, SGA Teacher Award from EHS and Rookie Visual Arts Teacher of the Year from AAEA. A staunch supporter of the Arts, I try to incorporate the arts through my Alabama History and Science lessons.