About Me
I am honored to serve as a current member of the D45 Board of Education, to which I was appointed in March of 2022 to finish an unexpired term. I'm a proud graduate of District 45 and Willowbrook High School, and I am thankful for how both districts prepared me for my studies at Illinois State University (B.M.E., 2000; M.M.E., 2003) and the University of Illinois (Ph.D., 2010), and for nearly 25 years as an educator. After living, working, and studying in Central Illinois for several years, my family moved back to the D45 community in 2011, and now have three children enrolled in the district. I am seeking election on April 4 so I can serve the students of our community by continuing my work on the board.
As a university faculty member in a teacher education program, I am passionate about working to ensure that all kids are safe, learn, and grow. I celebrate high-quality, accessible public education, and support our district's outstanding teachers, staff, and administrators in their daily work with our kids.
In my current role on the board, I serve as a representative on the D45 Education Foundation, the Equity Advisory Team, and the District PTA Council. My interests include DEI policy, mental health, safety, leadership, learning communities, and supporting teachers in "preparing students to successfully navigate a dynamic world" (from the D45 vision statement).
Please read more in the "Position Statements" tab about the guiding principles that I use in my personal, community, and professional work. I hope that you'll consider supporting me with your vote on April 4, and invite you to connect on Facebook and Instagram. If you would like a yard sign, please request one here.
In my current role on the board, I serve as a representative on the D45 Education Foundation, the Equity Advisory Team, and the District PTA Council. My interests include DEI policy, mental health, safety, leadership, learning communities, and supporting teachers in "preparing students to successfully navigate a dynamic world" (from the D45 vision statement).
Please read more in the "Position Statements" tab about the guiding principles that I use in my personal, community, and professional work. I hope that you'll consider supporting me with your vote on April 4, and invite you to connect on Facebook and Instagram. If you would like a yard sign, please request one here.
