Born in Hampton, VA, I didn't have to travel far to find the college of my choice, the College of William and Mary where I earned a B.A. in English and also participated in athletics, student government, and sorority life.   Later I pursued a M.S. degree from Old Dominion University, concentrating in English.

My professional career spans six schools ranging from middle school to college.  As a beginning teacher, I taught English in Hampton City Schools for ten years. I have taught English 9-12 in three of the four York County high schools and have also been an adjunct teacher at Christopher Newport University. Each school has provided me with memorable experiences with colleagues, students, and the community.  I am excited to be at York High School again, working with the International Baccalaureate Programme as its coordinator since 2001 and teaching IB English 11!