Vice President of Humane Education and Volunteers
What is your education background?
I attended U of M for my undergrad (Go Blue!) and graduated with a B.A. and elementary teacher certification. I have a M.Ed degree with a specialization in humane education and am also a Certified Humane Education Specialist. I am also fully certified in First Aid and CPR (child and adult) and have completed the Mental Health First Responder training as well.
How long have you worked with children?
I have worked with children for over 25 years in a variety of settings! I have been an elementary classroom teacher for 12 years, worked as a lead teacher at a preschool for 5 years and have worked in humane education at HSHV since 2011.
What are your interests outside of work?
When I am not at HSHV I love spending time with my son, taking my dog for long walks and being outdoors. I enjoy hiking, paddle boarding, and eating anything with lots of chocolate in it! I also love learning about animals and working with children, which are two of the best parts of my work at HSHV.
What are you looking forward to about camp this summer?
Camp is our busiest season that brings lots of fun, learning, and animal snuggles! I am looking forward to seeing lots of new faces as well as welcoming back the many families who have been part of our camp program in years before. We will have a great summer!