I am originally from Arizona, a born and raised desert rat! I am a mother of two boys and I have one granddaughter and they are the light in my life! I began my teaching career in 1st grade here in Arizona. I then relocated to Chesterfield, South Carolina, a small town near the North Carolina state line. I taught 5th Grade in North Carolina for five years before returning to 1st Grade. I have now returned to Arizona and am back in 5th Grade teaching math and I am very excited about this coming year!