Wife

Matthew and I were married on June 28, 2003 in Laguna Beach, California. Soon after, we bought a house in Fullerton, Matthew's hometown. I am so thankful for his commitment to being a supportive husband and father. He often contributes more than his fair share to running our household. Together, we enjoy raising our boys, going to car shows, camping, and playing at the beach.

Mom of Zachary and Evan

Zachary and Evan are the loves of our life! Zachary likes video games and swimming. Evan is into all things superhero. Together, they make life fun and loud! Our house is filled with Nerf guns and Legos! Both sets of grandparents live nearby and have close relationships with the boys. It is a joy to be the principal of their school. I love to see them learning in their classrooms and playing on the yard. 

Resumé

CREDENTIALS HELD

PROFESSIONAL CLEAR ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES CREDENTIAL, August 2005

CALIFORNIA MULTIPLE SUBJECT PROFESSIONAL CLEAR CREDENTIAL
SUPPLEMENTARY AUTHORIZATION IN ENGLISH, December 1994

EDUCATION

UNIVERSITY OF LA VERNE
Master of Arts, Educational Management, May 2000

THE MASTER’S COLLEGE
Bachelor of Arts, Liberal Studies, Magna Cum Laude, May 1994

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

FULLERTON SCHOOL DISTRICT
•    Principal, Beechwood School (K-8), January 2012 to present
•    Interim Principal, Woodcrest Elementary School, September 2011 to December 2011
•    Program Specialist for Educational Services, August 2007 to September 2011
•    Principal, Commonwealth Elementary School, August 2006 to July 2007

BELLFLOWER UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
•    Principal, Las Flores Elementary School, August 2005 to June 2006
•    Principal, Albert Baxter Elementary School, August 2002 to June 2006
•    Extended Year Principal, All Elementary School Sites, Summer 2001
•    Assistant Principal, Washington Elementary School, August 2000 to August 2002

NEWHALL SCHOOL DISTRICT
•    Teacher, Stevenson Ranch School, September 1995 to June 2000
•    Teacher, Wiley Canyon School, January 1995 to June 1995    

COMMENDATIONS
•    California Distinguished School for Beechwood School, 2014
•    International Baccalaureate Re-Authorization, Beechwood School, 2014
•    California Business for Education Excellence Award, 2012, 2013, 2014
•    Title I Academic Achievement Award for Albert Baxter Elementary, 2006
•    Continuing Honorary Service Award, Albert Baxter PTA, 2006
•    Teacher Tribute 2000, Santa Clarita Chamber of Commerce, 2000
•    Honorary Service Award, Stevenson Ranch PTA, 1999
•    Teacher of the Year, The Master’s College, 1994-1995

 

Stories on a Personal Note...

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First Day of School

I have always loved the first day of school. As a child, it was about picking out the perfect outfit and seeing my friends that I'd missed all summer. As a teacher, it was the anticipation getting my room ready and meeting my new students. As a principal, it has been setting a vision and focus for the school year.

And now as a mom, I get to watch my boys have their first days of school. I am well aware that this next statement is cliché, but it really is amazing how time flies. It seems like yesterday we were dropping off Zachary at Kindergarten. And, now it is Evan's turn!

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Beach Days!

Definitely, one of the perks of being an educator is summers off! We've earned it! My favorite thing to do during the summer is to take the boys to the beach. This year, they can both finally swim in the waves and navigate the surf. We play for hours in the sand, eat picnic lunches, hunt for sea life in the tide pools, and boogie board until we're exhausted. With all of this, my favorite sight is two exhausted, sandy little boys asleep in the backseat on the way home. 

Matt recently bought a Volkswagen Eurovan with a pop-up tent. The boys think it's the coolest thing ever! Matt envisions stretching the summer fun into weekend camping trips to the beach! Looking forward to it!

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