I am origionaly a Georgia peach.  I grew up in Augusta, GA, home of the Masters!  I recieved a Batchelors degree from Augusta State University in 2002, a Masters degree in 2006, and an Advanced/Specialist degree in 2007. I halso have a Reading Endorsement and AIG cerification in JCPS. I had the opportunity to travel abroad to Fiji, New Zealand, Australia, Germany, and South Africa.  I have 16 years of teaching experience; 8 years in Georgia and 8 here in Johnston County.  I have taught first grade, second grade and fifth grade.  I have been married 8 years and have two beautiful children, Morgan (13) and Luke (6).