My why...

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I believe education has the power to transform lives. This belief comes from my mother, who fostered my love of learning. Growing up, my mother was the most intelligent person I knew. She read to me at night, taught me how to manage my time, and helped me with my homework.

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It was a shock to discover she was a teenage mom and gave birth to me three weeks before her 17th birthday. I was an adult when I realized she left school at such a young age, got married, waited until I was born, and moved to California.

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In 6th grade, my mother returned to school and started taking classes at a community college. Tirelessly, she worked during the day, attended school at night, and raised three children. Within 3 years, she completed her GED and obtained her A.A. degree, graduating with honors. Her tenacity and commitment to education are why I became a teacher.

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I have spent more than 25 years in education, educational administration, and literacy. I bring my expertise to this next phase. Young people deserve access to literacy skills and resources that allow each uninhibited access to the world around them.  

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The routine of being read to each night positively impacted my academic development. Unfortunately, my mother did not witness me start my business. Sadly, she passed away in April 2020. I am comforted and draw energy because I can still hear her voice as she reads Winnie the Pooh, "It isn't much good having anything exciting if you can't share it with somebody."

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