"Children do not care how much you know until they know how much you care"
The Best Parts of My Job
- Embracing students' infectious energy and boundless zest for life.
- Nurturing students growth and cultivating a genuine love for learning.
- Experiencing genuine enthusiasm for classmates' achievements, as if they were their own.
- Witnessing the sense of pride students discover in themselves after overcoming challenges.
What I Do For Fun
- I’m in seventh heaven when hanging out with my family!
- I love running, hiking, paddle boarding and pickleball.
- Music and home projects are a creative outlet for me.
- Finally, teaching! It makes my heart happy.
Favorite Books
- Frindle by Andrew Clements
- Fablehaven by Brandon Mull
- Matilda by Roald Dahl
- The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate
- Because of Winn-Dixie by Kate DiCamillo
- Charlotte's Web by E.B. White
- Mrs. Neilson's Favorite Books
My Favorites
- Music
- Books
- Crumble
- Flair Pens
- Hi-Chews
- Body Armor Sports Drinks
Years in Education
This is my 11th year teaching.
Where I Have Taught
- Horace Mann Elementary | Reading Aide
- Lincoln Elementary | 1st
- Farr West Elementary | 3rd
- Orchard Springs Elementary | 2nd and 3rd
My Education
- Graduate of Northridge High School - Layton, Utah
- Associates of Arts - Ricks College
- Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education - Weber State University
- Google Certified
- LETRS Certified
- ELA Fellow, Integration Specialist/Mentor, EdTech Coach