My educational background:

B.S. degree in Human Services from University of Detroit, Mercy

My certifications:

20-year career working in education in various roles

My social/emotional trainings:

Life experiences have been my greatest teacher” …..along with different courses in psychology at the University of Detroit Mercy

My favorite teacher from my past:

Dr. Robert Crisp (high school)
Dr. Ife Modupe and Dr. Kilimanjaro (undergrad professors)
INCREDIBLE GIFTED EDUCATORS

What do I love about Epiphany?

Our children with their individual uniqueness for they are awesome!

The TREMENDOUS amount of laughter! Each day brings new joy!

How does teaching and working with children inspire me?

I have been blessed to have had the opportunity to work with children and families for 20 years. It has been a wonderful journey experience to engage day to day with children to nurture their inquisitive minds and watch them flourish.

I truly believe in the classic lyrics so eloquently written:

“I believe the children are our future, teach them well and let them lead the way. Show them all the beauty they possess inside”

-Linda Creed

My spirit animal:

Lioness

My favorite movies:

The Color Purple
Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby
My Cousin Vinny
Home Alone 1,2,3

My favorite board game:

Monopoly

My favorite book:

I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings

My favorite character, cartoon, or superhero:

Superman

My Interests and hobbies:

I love to paint. It is such a great interest of mine. I love watching HGTV and getting great decorating ideas.

My origins, travels and/or adventures:

I am from Alabama; I grew up in Detroit, Michigan. I moved to Charlotte in 2013. I loved to travel.  I have travelled to several states across the U.S and the Caribbean.  Hawaii is my favorite place I’ve visited so far.

My favorite thing to do, place to go, or eatery in Charlotte:

Too many to name!