I grew up in McCleary, Washington, and attended Elma High School, where I developed a love for sports and education. After high school, I went to Western Washington University, where I met my husband, Greg, and graduated with my bachelor’s degree. I was blessed to be able to stay home and raise our four daughters. In 2008, I began coaching the Lynden Christian girls’ basketball team, using my passion for sports to mentor young women in faith. In 2017, I started substituting before being hired as a 3rd-grade teacher at Lynden Christian in 2020, where I strive to instill both knowledge and strong Christian values in my students. My family and I are active members of First Reformed Church, where we nurture our faith and community.