B.F.A., Music Theatre Performance, Western Michigan University
M.A. Drama/Theatre for the Young (Educational Theatre), Eastern Michigan University
What year did you start at Emerson?
2001
Why did you want to work at Emerson?
I have an interest in the utilization of drama as a tool for teaching social awareness and life skills, specifically to aide in the effect technology has in such abilities in children. I am glad to have the ability to teach the entire middle school and several diverse theatrical classes including productions, with the ability to create courses as well.
What wows you about Emerson School?
Emerson is extraordinary for it’s extremely diverse educational process. I am constantly in awe of our creative teaching faculty and staff that finds ways to connect with so many diverse learning needs of children. I believe the students are fortunate to be exposed to so many varied teaching styles in one place.
In one word, what is your working style?
Creative
How would students describe you?
AÂ tall drama teacher?
If you could have one superpower, what would it be and why?
to become invisible….I could go anywhere…and help make things easier for people and no one would know how it miraculously happened…
Favorite artist or band?
Billy Joel…Patti LuPone (must have pop/rock and Broadway)
What would surprise people about you?
My feet modeled on a box of Homedics foot massagers
What do you do when you’re not at Emerson?
Play with my dog and get in nature
Who/what inspires you?
The truth and the courage to speak it and the ability to admit when one is unjust or wrong and make it right.
What is your favorite ice cream flavor?
White Chocolate Rasberry Truffle Hagan Daz
If a movie were made about you, who would be cast to play you?
Andie McDowell, Julie Roberts, or Julia-Louis-Dreyfess
Favorite quote, or anything else you would like Emerson families to know about you?
Andie McDowell, Julie Roberts, or Julia-Louis-Dreyfess
