B.A., University College of Ripon and York St. John
M.A., Eastern Michigan University
What year did you start at Emerson?
2011
Why did you want to work at Emerson?
There’s a whole story involving Facebook, maternity leave, and having just got my Green Card. Essentially, I came for the entertainment and stayed for the people.
What wows you about Emerson School?
It’s my safe place.
In one word, what is your working style?
Inclusive
How would students describe you?
“Lessons were never boring”
If you could have one superpower, what would it be and why?
A way to fit in about 3 days into every 24 hours – there’s always so many things I want to do.
Favorite artist or band?
Pink Floyd (that ages me)
What would surprise people about you?
I don’t always finish books in time for book club.
What do you do when you’re not at Emerson?
Baking, Reading, Gardening, playing with cats and lying in a hot tub.
What is your favorite ice cream flavor?
Nothing – all ice cream is my favorite.
If a movie were made about you, who would be cast to play you?
Catherine Tate
Favorite quote, or anything else you would like Emerson families to know about you?
“To teach in a manner that respects and cares for the souls of our students is essential if we are to provide the necessary conditions where learning can most deeply and intimately begin.” ~bell hooks
