I received my master’s degree in education from Aurora University, Aurora, Ill., in 2004. I am happy to be back at Plank Junior High School for my tenth year teaching language arts. Teaching has been a lifelong goal for me, and I feel very fortunate that I was able to begin my career in School District 308. I previously worked in the legal profession, but I chose to leave it to raise my daughters. I believe that my life experiences enhance my teaching abilities and add to the classroom environment. I am also one of the cross country and track coaches at Plank.