About Me

It has been my good fortune to spend three decades in a profession that felt more like play than work. My goal as a classroom teacher was to create an environment that opened students’ eyes to all forms of beauty, engage them in creative thinking processes, and inspire confidence.

Now retired, I continue to share my love of all things beautiful with aspiring artists of all ages. My home studio in south Auburn, CA is nestled in a peaceful setting, overlooking oak groves. I invite students of all ages and abilities to explore their creativity, use their imaginations, and have FUN!

TEACHING EXPERIENCE:

1994- 2022 Art Teacher, Rocklin High School (retired)

• Art 1, 2, 3, Advanced Placement Studio Art (Drawing and Painting emphasis)
• Visual and Performing Arts Department Chair (25 years)
• Beginning Teacher Mentor (15 years)
• Summer Art Camp director, grades 4-8 (8 years)

-Pearson and CA Commission on Teacher Credentialing
Teacher Preparation Assessment Content Development Panel, Scorer (15 years)

1988 – 1994 Art Teacher, Carlsbad High School

-Art 1, 2 (drawing and painting emphasis)
-Director, annual K-12 Fine Arts Festival

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS:

-2003 National Board Certification, Early Adolescent through Young Adult, Art
-1986 National University, San Diego, Single Subject Teaching Credential, Art
-1984 San Diego State University, Bachelor of Arts Degree, Art

RECOGNITIONS:

2016 – Placer County “Teacher Who Makes a Difference” Award
2005 – California League of High Schools “Teacher of the Year” Award
2004 – Placer County “Teacher Who Makes a Difference” Award
2001 – California Art Education Association “Exemplary Art Program” Award
1998 – Placer County “Teacher Who Makes a Difference” Award
1996 – Placer County “Teacher Who Makes a Difference” Award
1996 – Rocklin High School “Teacher of the Year.”