I have worked as a substitute teacher, a classroom Teacher, an all-level Principal, and a Special Programs Director. I am currently the Director of State and Federal Grants.  I received my bachelor’s degree from Howard Payne University and my master’s from Sul Ross State University in Alpine.  I have earned several teaching endorsements, including an Elementary Self-contained, Elementary Math, Elementary Reading, English as a Second Language, Early Childhood Education, Gifted and Talented Supplemental, and my Counselor's, Principal’s, and Superintendent’s Certifications.