I teach sixth grade Social Studies and am a middle school Crew teacher. I have a bachelor’s degree in History and Education from Westfield State University. Additionally, I earned a master’s degree in Educational Psychology from American International College. Born and raised in New Jersey, I came to Springfield in 2007 to pursue my education. I am starting my 6th year at Renaissance and my 10th year teaching. At Renaissance, I run the Yearbook Committee. I enjoy spending time with my children, husband and dogs, swimming, photography, traveling, baking and watching movies. 

I have been a teacher at Renaissance since the 2009-2010 school year, teaching 8th Grade US History, 7th Grade Ancient Civilizations, 11th Grade US History, and presently 11th Grade World History.  I also serve as the History Department Chair and 11th Grade Team Leader. I have previously served as SEA Union Building Representative, Class Advisor, Basketball Coach, Effective Educator Coach for new teachers, advisor to the school Skateboarding Club, Mountain Biking Club, and Feminism Club. Before Renaissance I taught at the Elias Brookings School, Chestnut Middle School, and attended the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. In my spare time I enjoy cycling, running, lifting weights, swimming, reading Science Fiction and Fantasy books, and spending time with my daughter, two cats, Rueben and Severus, and my dog Sauerkraut. 

– Updated 8/18/2025